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In the following exercises, solve using the properties of trapezoids.Find the area of a trapezoid with a height of 62 inches and bases of 58 and 75 inches.
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In mathematical terms, this can be written as: \[A = \frac{1}{2} h (b_1 + b_2)\] where $A$ is the area, $h$ is the height, and $b_1$ and $b_2$ are the lengths of the bases. Show more…
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