Question 31
Mensuration of Plane ShapesIf the two smaller sides of a right angled triangle are 4 cm and 5 cm, find its area.
- A.10 cm2
- B.6 cm2
- C.8 cm2
- D.24 cm2
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (10 cm2)
Explanation
The two shorter sides are the base and height, so area = ½ × 4 × 5 = 10 cm2.