Use Determinants to Find the Area of the Triangle with Vertices

question 27

Multiple Choice

Use determinants to find the area of the triangle with vertices at the given points. P(0, 0) , Q(16, 0) , R(16, 5)

• A)A = 5
• B)A = 80
• C)A = 40
• D)A = 16
• E)none of these

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Definitions:

Reticular Formation

A network of nerve pathways in the brainstem involved in consciousness, sleep-wake cycles, and filtering out repetitive, non-essential stimuli.

Studying

The act of devoting time and attention to acquiring knowledge on a subject, especially through reading and analyzing material.

Pons

A part of the brainstem that plays a key role in controlling breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing.

Regulates Thirst

The physiological process that maintains hydration in the body by triggering the sensation of thirst.