Question

pythagorean theorem: an acreage measuring 300' by 600' is to be planted in grass. find the area in square feet:

Answer 1

whats the shape of the acreage?

if its a triangle, then area is given by (1/2)(b*h)
= (1/2) (180,000) = 90,000

if its a rectangle, then area is given by 300*600 = 180,000