The are of a trapezoid is solved using the formula [(a + b)/2]·h
Where a + b is the sum of the bases
h is the beight of the trapezoid
Given,
Sum of the bases, a + b = 14
Height, h = 6
Substituting these values in the formula [(a + b)/2]·h
⇒ [14/2]·6
= 7 * 6
= 42
The area of the trapezoid is 42
