This math topic focuses on finding the area of a trapezoid using the concept of an equivalent rectangle. Students are presented with various trapezoids and asked to derive an equation representing the area of a rectangle that would be equivalent in area to each trapezoid. Each problem comes with multiple-choice answers, which involve determining the correct multiplication expressions of dimensions that would yield the trapezoid's area. This set of problems challenges students to apply their understanding of shapes, areas, and basic algebra to real-world geometric scenarios.

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Area of a Trapezoid - Equivalent Rectangle Equation Worksheet

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Area of a Trapezoid - Equivalent Rectangle Equation
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What is the area equation for the equivalent rectangle?
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a A LaTex expression showing 15.5 multiplied by 10
b A LaTex expression showing 16 multiplied by 10
c A LaTex expression showing 17.5 multiplied by 10
2
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What is the area equation for the equivalent rectangle?
a A LaTex expression showing 12.5 multiplied by 5
b A LaTex expression showing 12.5 multiplied by 9
c A LaTex expression showing 6.5 multiplied by 9
3
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What is the area equation for the equivalent rectangle?
a A LaTex expression showing 4.5 multiplied by 1
b A LaTex expression showing 4.5 multiplied by 2
c A LaTex expression showing 4.5 multiplied by 4
4
What is the area equation for the equivalent rectangle?
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a A LaTex expression showing 14.5 multiplied by 10
b A LaTex expression showing 22 multiplied by 10
c A LaTex expression showing 22 multiplied by 29
5
An svg image showing a math problem
What is the area equation for the equivalent rectangle?
a A LaTex expression showing 4 multiplied by 4
b A LaTex expression showing 3.5 multiplied by 4
c A LaTex expression showing 1.5 multiplied by 4
6
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What is the area equation for the equivalent rectangle?
a A LaTex expression showing 12 multiplied by 11
b A LaTex expression showing 12 multiplied by 12
c A LaTex expression showing 8.5 multiplied by 11
7
An svg image showing a math problem
What is the area equation for the equivalent rectangle?
a A LaTex expression showing 4.5 multiplied by 1
b A LaTex expression showing 4.5 multiplied by 4
c A LaTex expression showing 4.5 multiplied by 5
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An svg image showing a math problem
What is the area equation for the equivalent rectangle?
a A LaTex expression showing 3.5 multiplied by 4
b A LaTex expression showing 2 multiplied by 4
c A LaTex expression showing 3 multiplied by 4