How to use special right triangles to determine the area of a parallelogram

How to use special right triangles to determine the area of a parallelogram

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to calculate the area of a parallelogram by identifying its base and height. It introduces the concept of using special right triangles, specifically the 45-45-90 triangle, to determine the height when given certain measurements. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between angles and side lengths in these triangles and demonstrates the calculation process step-by-step.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How do you find the height (H) using the special right triangle properties?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain the process of calculating the area of a parallelogram using the height derived from a special right triangle.

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