Question

find the area of the triangle below. be sure to include the correct unit in your answer.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall triangle area formula

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

Step2: Substitute given values

Base = $3$ yd, Height = $5$ yd
Area = $\frac{1}{2} \times 3 \times 5$

Step3: Calculate the result

$\frac{1}{2} \times 15 = 7.5$
Area units are square yards ($\text{yd}^2$)

Answer:

7.5 $\text{yd}^2$