If the area of the trapezium whose parallel sides are 6 cm and 10 cm is 32 sq. cm, then the distance between… · ABC26GN4523

Subject: General Aptitude · Chapter: Area

If the area of the trapezium whose parallel sides are 6 cm and 10 cm is 32 sq. cm, then the distance between the parallel sides is

(a)2 cm

(b)4 cm

(c)5 cm

(d)8 cm

Answer

Answer (as printed): B

Explanation

Let the required distance be x cm. 1 Then, × ( 6 + 10 ) × x = 32 ⇒ x = 4 cm. 2

Explanation as extracted from the printed page; notation may be imperfect.

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