Parallelogram with sides 30 m and 14 m, diagonal 40 m:\nFind the area of the parallelogram.

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: 336

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
For a parallelogram, area = a*b*sin(θ). A diagonal along with side lengths can determine the included angle using the cosine rule for parallelogram diagonals.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Sides a = 30 m, b = 14 m.
  • One diagonal d = 40 m.


Concept / Approach:
Diagonal formula: d^2 = a^2 + b^2 + 2ab*cosθ. Solve for cosθ, then compute sinθ and area = a*b*sinθ.


Step-by-Step Solution:

40^2 = 30^2 + 14^2 + 2*30*14*cosθ1600 = 900 + 196 + 840*cosθ ⇒ 1600 − 1096 = 840*cosθ504 = 840*cosθ ⇒ cosθ = 0.6 ⇒ sinθ = 0.8.Area = a*b*sinθ = 30*14*0.8 = 336 m^2.


Verification / Alternative check:
Use identity d1^2 + d2^2 = 2(a^2 + b^2) to cross-check angle consistency (optional).


Why Other Options Are Wrong:
136, 236, 436 do not match the area from the uniquely determined angle.


Common Pitfalls:
Using 0.5*a*b*sinθ (triangle formula) by mistake; a parallelogram’s area is a*b*sinθ.


Final Answer:
336

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