Question

what is the area of a triangle with a base of 32 yards and a height of 17 yards? a 49 yd² b 136 yd² c 544 yd² d 272 yd²

Explanation:

Step1: Recall triangle area formula

Area = $\frac{1}{2} \times$ base $\times$ height

Step2: Substitute values

Base = 32 yd, height = 17 yd
Area = $\frac{1}{2} \times 32 \times 17$

Step3: Calculate result

$\frac{1}{2} \times 32 = 16$; $16 \times 17 = 272$

Answer:

D. 272 yd²