PV graph question (trying to determine the work)

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Homework Statement


Look at the PV diagram of a system above. (attached) The units for P and V are atmospheric pressure atm and liter L. Process A to B and B to C are straight lines on it.
How much is the work done by the system from A to C in J?



Homework Equations


i know that work is the area under the graph, but when i add up areas, answer is wrong for some reason??


The Attempt at a Solution


W = .5(4*3) + .5(4*1.5) * 152J
= 1596J

this is wrong though
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>>>>Work Done is...[ p*delta V] i.e. pressure multiplied by CHANGE IN VOLUME.

This is enough for a hint...^^^