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2003

Mathematics

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A trapezium has two parallel sides of length 5cm and 9cm. If the area is 21cm2, find the distance between the parallel sides

A.

3 cm

B.

4 cm

C.

6 cm

D.

7 cm

Correct Answer: 3 cm

Explanation

Area of Trapezium = 1/2(sum of parralel sides) * ht 21 = 1/2(5 + 9)h 42 = 14h h = 42/14 h = 3cm

Area of Trapezium = 1/2(sum of parralel sides) * ht 21 = 1/2(5 + 9)h 42 = 14h h = 42/14 h = 3cm
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