Question #N290
A triangle has vertices at the points (0, 0), (4, 0), and (0, 3). What is the area of the triangle?
A. 6
B. 12
C. 18
D. 24
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Correct Answer is: A
The triangle is a right triangle with base 4 and height 3, so its area is (1/2)(4)(3) = 6.