The discussion revolves around calculating the area of a triangle with a specified base of 2 and 3/4 and a height of 4/9. The formula for the area of a triangle is referenced, and participants are examining the correctness of the calculations involved.
Some participants have confirmed their calculations as correct, while others emphasize the importance of verifying that the height is perpendicular to the base. There is an ongoing exploration of the assumptions regarding the triangle's dimensions.
Participants are discussing the implications of the height being perpendicular and the potential for misunderstanding if the triangle is not a right triangle. There is a mention of needing to clarify the nature of the triangle based on the provided dimensions.
What you've done is correct given how you've described the problem. Are you just unsure about your answer? Because it's right.rcmango said:Homework Statement
area of triangle with a base of: 2 & 3/4
and a height of 4/9
Homework Equations
1/2 * (b*h)
The Attempt at a Solution
i used:
1/2*(11/4 * 4/9) = 44/72 = 22/36 = 11/18
rcmango said:Yeah, I just want to make sure I was solving these problems correctly, and I had to have a confirm :) ,thankyou!