Question

The parallel sides of a trapezium ar 30cm and 20cm.The distance between them is 15cm.Find the area of trapezium

Answer 1

Area of trapezium=(1/2)×sum of parallel sides×height
=(1/2)×(30+20)×15
=[(1/2)×50×15]cm²
=375 cm²(Ans.)

Answer 2

areq of trapezium=1/2(summation of parallel side)×height
=1/2(30+20)×15
=1/2×50×15
=375cm^2