Question

now, combine the areas to find the total.
diagram of a composite shape with dimensions: 10 cm, 4 cm, 2 cm, 8 cm, 4 cm, 4 cm
what is the total area of the shape?
area = length x width
rectangle 1 40 cm²
rectangle 2 16 cm²
rectangle 3 16 cm²
total area ? cm²

Explanation:

Step1: Identify areas of rectangles

Rectangle 1: \( 40 \, \text{cm}^2 \), Rectangle 2: \( 16 \, \text{cm}^2 \), Rectangle 3: \( 16 \, \text{cm}^2 \)

Step2: Sum the areas

Total Area \( = 40 + 16 + 16 \)
\( = 72 \)

Answer:

\( 72 \)