Area of Triangle (Trig)

MathematicsAQAEdexcelGCSEUnit: Geometry & Measures
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The basics

No Height? No Problem!

No Height? No Problem!

The usual area formula (1/2 × base × height) needs the perpendicular height. But what if you only know two sides and the angle between them? The trig area formula saves the day!

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Quiz · Question 1 of 12

What is the trigonometric formula for the area of a triangle with sides a and b and included angle C?

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