Area of Trapeziums GCSE Maths
Trapezium area questions test geometry formulas and careful substitution skills in GCSE Maths.
Important Geometry Skills
- Using the trapezium formula correctly
- Finding parallel sides accurately
- Working carefully with brackets
- Checking units correctly
Exam tip: Add the parallel sides before multiplying by height.
Common mistake: Using non-parallel sides in the formula.
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