When Finding the volume of a triangular prism, First we must find the area of the base. What is the area of the base of the triangular prism? use the formula sheet provided.
Area = 1/2 divided base x height
numbers on triangle:
3 cm
2 cm
7 cm
Area = cm ^2
(I got 21)
Area = 1/2 x base x height
Area = 1/2 x 3 cm x 2 cm
Area = 1/2 x 6 cm^2
Area = 3 cm^2
Therefore, the area of the base of the triangular prism is 3 cm^2.