10.1: Areas of Parallelograms and Triangles Flashcards
1
Q
Base of a Triangle
A
Any of its sides.
2
Q
Height of a Triangle
A
Length of the altitude to the line containing the base.
3
Q
Base of a parallelogram
A
Any of its sides.
4
Q
Height of a Parallelogram
A
Length of an altitude.
5
Q
Altitude of a Parallelogram
A
A segment perpendicular to the line containing the base, drawn from the side opposite the base.