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A triangle has vertices (1,-1), (-4,6), (-3,-5). A line through (1,-1) is drawn to the midpoint of the opposite side.
This median splits the area into two parts. Find the area of ONE part.

Class 10Area of a Triangle (Coordinates)Geometry — Coordinates
  • A11
  • B24
  • C13
  • D12

Step-by-Step Solution

Whole-triangle area = |11+16+21| = 24. A median bisects the area, so each part = sq units.
Answer: D) 12

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