BECE Mathematics 2024 Objective — Question 39

Question 39 of 120 from the Basic Education Certificate Examination (Junior WAEC) (BECE) Mathematics 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Find the area of the shape below:

• A. 28 cm²
• B. 30 cm²
• C. 38 cm²
• D. 54 cm²
• E. 60 cm²Correct

Explanation

ED = CF = 3 cm (3-4-5), so EF = 18 cm; area = (12 + 18)/2 x 4 = 60 cm².

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