In order to get the area of the trapezoid, we have the formula:
[tex]Area = \frac{1}{2}(base1+base2)*height[/tex]
Check the attached photo for reference. (sorry if it looks weird)
Now that we know that:
base1= 18
base2= 36
height= 12
Plug-in those values to our formula and we will be able to get an answer for the area.
Now, for the perimeter, we cannot use the formula a+b+c+d because we do not know the values for the inclined sides of the trapezoid. Therefore, we use this:
[tex]Perimeter= base1+base2+height( \frac{1}{sin(base1)}+ \frac{1}{sin(base2)} )[/tex]
Again, plug-in the values that we got in order to get a value for the perimeter.
If you're having problems coming up with an answer, don't hesitate to message me. I'll help you. :)
Good luck!
