find the area of this trapezoid. be sure to include the correct unit in your answer.

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# Explanation:
## Step1: Recall the trapezoid area formula
The formula for the area of a trapezoid is $A=\frac{(b_1 + b_2)h}{2}$, where $b_1$ and $b_2$ are the lengths of the parallel sides and $h$ is the height.
## Step2: Identify the values of $b_1$, $b_2$, and $h$
Here, $b_1 = 3$ yd, $b_2=15$ yd, and $h = 8$ yd.
## Step3: Substitute the values into the formula
$$
\begin{align*}
A&=\frac{(3 + 15)\times8}{2}\
&=\frac{18\times8}{2}\
&=\frac{144}{2}\
& = 72
\end{align*}
$$

# Answer:
$72$ yd²

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Step1: Recall the trapezoid area formula

Step2: Identify the values of \(b_1\), \(b_2\), and \(h\)

Step3: Substitute the values into the formula

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