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Shortcut used: Reduce the ratio first, then scale both terms by the same multiplier.
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Common mistake: Do not scale only one side of the ratio.
Question 4
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Question
The diagonals of a kite are 20 cm and 14 cm. Find its area.
Explanation
Correct Answer: A
ANSWER
Correct Answer: A
Method / Topic: Mensuration
The area is 140 cm².
Why this answer is correct
The answer keeps the ratio proportional.
Short Explanation
The area is 140 cm².
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Question
The diagonals of a kite are 20 cm and 14 cm. Find its area.
ANSWER
Correct Answer: A
Method / Topic: Mensuration
The area of a kite is one-half of the product of its diagonals: 1/2×20×14=140 cm².
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Question 4
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Shortcut used, common trap, and the fastest solving route
Shortcut used: Reduce the ratio first, then scale both terms by the same multiplier.
Solve in 3 steps:
- Write the ratio clearly.
- Find the common multiplier.
- Apply it to the missing term.
Common mistake: Do not scale only one side of the ratio.
Question
The diagonals of a kite are 20 cm and 14 cm. Find its area.
Explanation
Correct Answer: A
ANSWER
Correct Answer: A
Method / Topic: Mensuration
The area is 140 cm².
Why this answer is correct
The answer keeps the ratio proportional.
Short Explanation
The area is 140 cm².
Detailed Explanation
Question
The diagonals of a kite are 20 cm and 14 cm. Find its area.
ANSWER
Correct Answer: A
Method / Topic: Mensuration
The area of a kite is one-half of the product of its diagonals: 1/2×20×14=140 cm².
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