If the lengths of three sides of a triangle are known, then the following formula, known as Hero's (or Heron's) formula is sometimes used:



?wherea,b, andcare the given lengths of the sides, and . Use this formula to find the area of a triangle with the lengths given below (correct to the nearest square foot).

 ft,   ft, and  ft

?



A. 41 ft2

B. 3 ft2

C. 6 ft2

D. 13 ft2

E. 14 ft2


Answer: C

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