Solve the problem.
-The area of a trapezoid is 80 square feet. If the bases are $7 \mathrm{ft}$ and $13 \mathrm{ft}$, find the altitude of the trapezoid.
A) $8 \mathrm{ft}$
B) $4 \mathrm{ft}$
C) $1.5 \mathrm{ft}$
D) $16 \mathrm{ft}$

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The area of a trapezoid is given by the formula $A = \frac{1}{2}h(b_1 + b_2)$, where $h$ is the altitude, and $b_1$ and $b_2$ are the lengths of the two bases. Plugging in the given values, $80 = \frac{1}{2}h(7 + 13)$. Simplifying, $80 = 10h$, so $h = 8 \mathrm{ft}$.

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