Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Area and perimeter

Area and perimeter — practice question

The diagram displays a trapezium whose parallel sides measure 12 cm and $w$ cm. Its height is 8 cm. The area of the trapezium is $78\text{ cm}^2$.

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Determine the value of $w$.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 2-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “A correct equation has been set up” …