Trapezoid Area Calculator

Calculate trapezoid area using base lengths and height.

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Trapezoid Area Formula Explained

The area of a trapezoid is calculated by adding the lengths of the two parallel bases, multiplying by the height, and dividing by 2:

Area = ((Base A + Base B) × Height) / 2

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Example:

A trapezoid with bases of 8 meters and 5 meters, and a height of 4 meters, has an area of 26 square meters: ((8 + 5) × 4) / 2 = 26.

Use Cases for Trapezoid Area in Geometry

Professional Applications

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Architecture: Calculating floor areas of trapezoidal rooms
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Construction: Estimating material needs for trapezoidal surfaces
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Manufacturing: Designing trapezoidal components and calculating material requirements

Everyday Applications

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Home Improvement: Measuring trapezoidal areas for flooring and paint
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Gardening: Planning trapezoidal garden beds and calculating soil needs
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DIY Projects: Creating trapezoidal designs and calculating material quantities

Did You Know?

The trapezoid area formula is a generalization of the rectangle and parallelogram area formulas, as both are special cases of a trapezoid.

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