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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Explain how the formula for the area of a triangle is derived from that of a rectangle.

OpenStudy (darkworld131):

rectangle: 1/2h (b+b) Triangle:1/2bh so therefore with a rectangle you are adding in the second base

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Oh okay! I get it now, thanks!(:

OpenStudy (darkworld131):

your welcome

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