ACT Math : How to find the area of a pentagon

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for ACT Math

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Example Questions

Example Question #21 : Geometry

Suppose the side length of a pentagon is . What is the area of the pentagon?

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

Write the formula for the area of a pentagon.

Substitute the side length and simplify the radical.

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