Mr.Eastman drew triangle JKL,with a height of 12 inches and a base of 12 inches, and triangle XLZ, with a height of 8 inches and a base of 16 inches.Which trangle has the greater area?

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Area of triangle = 1/2 × Base × Height

Mr.Eastman drew triangle JKL,with a height of 12 inches and a base of 12 inches

Area of JKL = 1/2 × 12 inches × 12 inches

= 72 Square inches

triangle XLZ, with a height of 8 inches and a base of 16 inches. Which triangle has the greater area?