Area of a Triangle

A=12bhA = \tfrac{1}{2} b h

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Any triangle is half of a parallelogram — that's the whole proof. The height must be measured perpendicular to the base you chose, not along a slanted side.

Area of a Triangle
A=12bhA = \tfrac{1}{2} b h
Where
  • AA= Area
  • bb= Base
  • hh= Height
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