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Look at triangle ABC on the grid with A(1, 1), B(7, 1) and C(4, 5). Find its area.

Class 9Figures on the Coordinate PlaneCoordinate Geometry
  • A10 sq units
  • B12 sq units
  • C15 sq units
  • D24 sq units

Step-by-Step Solution

Base AB = 7 − 1 = 6 (horizontal). Height = distance of C above AB = 5 − 1 = 4. Area = ½ × sq units.
Answer: B) 12 sq units

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