GCSE Secondary Maths Age 13-17 - Shapes & Area: Perimeter And Areas - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to draw a triangle with the same area as a given trapezium on a centimeter grid. It begins by calculating the area of the trapezium using the formula (1/2) * (a + b) * h, where a and b are the lengths of the parallel sides, and h is the height. The area is found to be 18 squares. The tutorial then demonstrates how to draw a triangle with an area of 18 squares by selecting a base and height whose product is 36. The video concludes with exam tips, emphasizing the importance of remembering formulas.

What is the formula for calculating the area of a trapezium?

How do you determine the height of a trapezium?

What is the area of the trapezium described in the text?

Explain how you can find a triangle with the same area as the trapezium.

What are some possible base and height pairs for a triangle with an area of 18?