Right Triangle Removed From Rectangle In The Figure

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A right triangle is removed from the rectangle in the figure below. When the triangle is removed, it creates the shaded region. Find the area of the shaded region. Part I - What is the area of the triangle (20%) Part II - What is the area of the rectangle (20%) Part III - What is the area of the shaded region? How did you determine that area? (40%) Part IV - Review and comment on ONE classmate's post; provide a comment for each part of the posting. (20%)

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The problem involves finding the area of a shaded region within a rectangle from which a right triangle has been removed. To approach this problem systematically, it is important to understand each component's dimensions, calculate their areas, and then determine the remaining shaded region's area.

Part I: Area of the Triangle

To find the area of the removed right triangle, we need its base and height. Typically, in geometric problems involving rectangles and triangles, the triangle's legs align with the rectangle's sides. For example, if the triangle's legs measure 8 units and 6 units, then its area is calculated using the formula:

\[ \text{Area of Triangle} = \frac{1}{2} \times \text{base} \times \text{height} \]

Suppose the base is 8 units and the height is 6 units, then:

\[ \text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times 8 \times 6 = 24 \text{ square units} \]

Part II: Area of the Rectangle

The rectangle's area depends on its length and width. If the rectangle measures, for example, 12 units in length and 10 units in width:

\[ \text{Area} = \text{length} \times \text{width} = 12 \times 10 = 120 \text{ square units} \]

Part III: Area of the Shaded Region

The shaded region is obtained by subtracting the area of the triangle from the area of the rectangle:

\[ \text{Shaded Area} = \text{Rectangle Area} - \text{Triangle Area} \]

Using the example dimensions:

\[ 120 - 24 = 96 \text{ square units} \]

This calculation shows how the shaded region's area is determined once the specific dimensions are known. The critical step is measuring the triangle accurately, which depends on the given figures.

Part IV: Review and Comment on a Classmate's Post

When reviewing a classmate's post, consider whether the dimensions used are consistent with the figure. Does the explanation correctly show how the triangle's area was calculated? Is the method for subtracting the triangle from the rectangle clear and logical? Providing constructive feedback on their approach, accuracy, and clarity will deepen understanding for both parties.

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