JAMB Mathematics 2010 Objective — Question 31

Question 31 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Mathematics 2010 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

31. If the two smaller sides of a right-angled triangle are 4cm and 5cm, find its area. A. 24 cm2 B. 10 cm2 C. 8 cm2 D. 6 cm2

• A. 24 cm2
• B. 10 cm2Correct
• C. 8 cm2
• D. 6 cm2

Explanation

Area = 1/2 x b x h = 1/2 x 4 x 5 = 10 cm2.

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