Trapezoid Area Calculator

How to use the trapezoid area calculator

The trapezoid area calculator is an essential tool for students, teachers, architects, and engineers who need to calculate the area of trapezoid-shaped surfaces. This calculator uses a simple geometry formula to calculate the area based on the bases and height.

1. Measure the longer base of the trapezoid (the longer parallel side)
2. Measure the shorter base of the trapezoid (the shorter parallel side)
3. Measure the height of the trapezoid (perpendicular distance between the bases)
4. Enter the obtained values in the corresponding fields, using meters as the unit of measurement
5. Click the 'Calculate' button to get the result in square meters

Trapezoid area calculation formula

The calculation of a trapezoid's area is performed using a formula that relates the bases and height.

This formula considers that:

• The longer base is the length of the longer parallel side
• The shorter base is the length of the shorter parallel side
• The height is the perpendicular distance between the parallel bases

Practical calculation examples

For better understanding, let's analyze some practical examples of area calculation:

• Trapezoid with longer base of 8m, shorter base of 6m, and height of 4m. Area = ((8 + 6) × 4) / 2 = 28m²
• Trapezoid with longer base of 10m, shorter base of 7m, and height of 5m. Area = ((10 + 7) × 5) / 2 = 42.5m²
• Trapezoid with longer base of 12m, shorter base of 8m, and height of 6m. Area = ((12 + 8) × 6) / 2 = 60m²

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)