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If the upper base and the lower base of a trapezoid measure 12 cm and 18 cm
respectively, how long is the median?
A. 15 cm B. 16 cm C. 17 cm D. 18 cm
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Answer:

A. 15 cm.

Step-by-step explanation:

The median of trapezoid is half the sum of its bases.

Formula of Median of Trapezoid:

Median = 1/2 (Base 1 + Base 2)

Given:

  • Bases:  12 cm and 18 cm

Substitute:

Median = 1/2 (12 cm + 18 cm)

Median = 1/2 ( 30 cm)

Median = 15 cm

Answer: A. 15 cm.