Determine the area of the shaded triangle in Figure 12.38 in two different ways. Explain your reason- ing in each case.

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Chapter70: Complex Practical Machine Applications
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 2A: Determine the length of side b. Round the answer to 3 decimal places.
Question

Explain your reasoning.

10. Determine the area of the shaded triangle in Figure
12.38 in two different ways. Explain your reason-
ing in each case.
5 units
-13 units-
17.5
-7 units
2
-5 units
Figure 12.38 Determining the
area of the shaded triangle.
47.5
Transcribed Image Text:10. Determine the area of the shaded triangle in Figure 12.38 in two different ways. Explain your reason- ing in each case. 5 units -13 units- 17.5 -7 units 2 -5 units Figure 12.38 Determining the area of the shaded triangle. 47.5
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