Mathematics
A triangle and a parallelogram, both having base 5 cm, are situated between the same parallels. If the height of the triangle is 4 cm, then the area of the parallelogram is :
20 cm2
40 cm2
10 cm2
5 cm2
Theorems on Area
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Answer
Area of triangle = × base × height
= × 5 × 4
= 10 cm2
A triangle and a parallelogram, both have same base and are between the same parallels.
Area of triangle = ar(∥gm ABCD)
10 = ar(∥gm ABCD)
ar(∥gm ABCD) = 10(2)
ar(∥gm ABCD) = 20 cm2
Hence, option 1 is the correct option.
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