This math topic focuses on calculating the area of right triangles, extending student understanding within the broader subject of complex shapes' area and perimeter. It presents problems that require determining the area of right triangles, offering multiple choices for the answers. Each question is accompanied by a graphical depiction of the triangle, aiding in visual comprehension and practical application of geometry concepts. The multiple-choice format checks for understanding and accuracy in calculating areas, reinforcing both basic geometry concepts and problem-solving skills.

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Area of a Right Triangle Worksheet

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Area of a Right Triangle
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An svg image showing a math problem
Find the area of the triangle
a A LaTex expression showing 150\text{in} to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing 3.7\text{in} to the power of 2
c A LaTex expression showing 45.5\text{in} to the power of 2
d A LaTex expression showing 40\text{in} to the power of 2
2
An svg image showing a math problem
Find the area of the triangle
a A LaTex expression showing 65\text{in} to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing 70\text{in} to the power of 2
c A LaTex expression showing 44\text{in} to the power of 2
d A LaTex expression showing 60\text{in} to the power of 2
e A LaTex expression showing 176\text{in} to the power of 2
3
An svg image showing a math problem
Find the area of the triangle
a A LaTex expression showing 78\text{km} to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing 39\text{km} to the power of 2
c A LaTex expression showing 160\text{km} to the power of 2
d A LaTex expression showing 45.5\text{km} to the power of 2
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An svg image showing a math problem
Find the area of the triangle
a A LaTex expression showing 56\text{m} to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing 98\text{m} to the power of 2
c A LaTex expression showing 42\text{m} to the power of 2
d A LaTex expression showing 52.5\text{m} to the power of 2
e A LaTex expression showing 49\text{m} to the power of 2
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An svg image showing a math problem
Find the area of the triangle
a A LaTex expression showing 36\text{m} to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing 72\text{m} to the power of 2
c A LaTex expression showing 48\text{m} to the power of 2
d A LaTex expression showing 160\text{m} to the power of 2
e A LaTex expression showing 4\text{m} to the power of 2
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An svg image showing a math problem
Find the area of the triangle
a A LaTex expression showing 42\text{ft} to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing 40\text{ft} to the power of 2
c A LaTex expression showing 84\text{ft} to the power of 2
d A LaTex expression showing 45\text{ft} to the power of 2
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An svg image showing a math problem
Find the area of the triangle
a A LaTex expression showing 168\text{m} to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing 150\text{m} to the power of 2
c A LaTex expression showing 49.5\text{m} to the power of 2
d A LaTex expression showing 54\text{m} to the power of 2
e A LaTex expression showing 132\text{m} to the power of 2
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An svg image showing a math problem
Find the area of the triangle
a A LaTex expression showing 60.5\text{cm} to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing 121\text{cm} to the power of 2
c A LaTex expression showing 44\text{cm} to the power of 2
d A LaTex expression showing 210\text{cm} to the power of 2