Solve the Problem $\mathrm { A } = \frac { 1 } { 2 } \mathrm { bh } .$

question 138

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A canvas for a mural is in the shape of a right triangle. Before the mural can be painted, the canvas must be varnished. The base of the mural is 3 meters and the height of the mural is 11 meters. How many cans of varnish
Will you need if each can covers 10 square meters? The formula for the area of a right triangle is A $\mathrm { A } = \frac { 1 } { 2 } \mathrm { bh } .$

• A)17 cans of varnish
• B)2 cans of varnish
• C)4 cans of varnish
• D)7 cans of varnish

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Definitions:

Forward Reaction

A chemical reaction where reactants convert into products, typically described from the perspective of proceeding in the direction written in a chemical equation.

Reverse Reaction

A chemical reaction in which the products reform the original reactants, effectively reversing the forward reaction.

Total Bond Energy

The sum of all the energy required to break all the bonds of a molecule into its constituent atoms, reflecting the stability of the molecule.

Potential Energy

Stored energy; energy that can do work as a consequence of its position or state. Compare with kinetic energy.