Question 1

How do you calculate the area of a trapezoid?

Accepted Answer

Add the lengths of the two parallel bases, multiply by the perpendicular height, and divide the result by 2 (Area = 0.5 × (a + b) × h).

Question 2

What is a trapezoid in land measurement?

Accepted Answer

A trapezoid (or trapezium) is a four-sided plot where at least one pair of opposite sides are parallel.

Question 3

How is the height of a trapezoid measured?

Accepted Answer

The height is the shortest perpendicular distance between the two parallel bases.

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