Question

Find the area. Simplify your answer.

Answer 1

Area = 6x - 6

Explanation:

Given:

Height = 2x - 2

Base = 6

Required:

Area

Solution:

Area of triangle = ½*b*h

Area of the triangle = ½*6*(2x - 2)

Area = 3(2x - 2)

Apply distributive property

Area = 6x - 6