The base of a triangle is represented by (2x − 6) and the height by (x − 2). Which polynomial expression BEST represents the area of the triangle?

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catpidigm · Answer

These kind of questions are really hard for me. If anyone could explain the process while answering the questions, that would be SO helpful.

tkhunny · Answer

What is the formula for the area of a triangle, given Base and Height?

catpidigm · Answer

I know 1/3 is in the equation.

tkhunny · Answer

??  Area of Triangle = ½ * Base * Height

catpidigm · Answer

Oh.. it's A = 1/2bh, not 1/3.... (at least that's what Google said)

tkhunny · Answer

You are given both Base and Height.  Substitute the known expressions intot he formula.

catpidigm · Answer

So base would be 1x - 3 and height would be x-1?

triciaal · Answer

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