Mathematics
ABC is a triangle with AB = AC = 12 cm and ∠A = 90°, the area of the triangle ABC is :
144 cm2
36 cm2
72 cm2
108 cm2
Mensuration
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Answer
Given:
AB = AC = 12 cm
∠A = 90°

Area of triangle = x base x altitude
= x 12 x 12 cm2
= x 144 cm2
= 72 cm2
Hence, option 3 is the correct option.
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