question 5 of 10

the area of the triangle below is \_\_\_\_ sq. units.

a. 80
b. 40
c. 21
d. 42

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question 5 of 10

the area of the triangle below is \_\_\_\_ sq. units.

a. 80
b. 40
c. 21
d. 42

Accepted Answer

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(A) 80

(B) 40

(C) 21

(D) 42

{ "subject": "Mathematics", "question_type": "Multiple Choice", "knowledge_point": [ "Mathematics", "Geometry", "Triangle Area Formula" ] }

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Explanation:

Identify the given dimensions of the right triangle

Apply the triangle area formula

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