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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Surface Area of Composite Figures

Question 8 • Math 7 B (M12 25/26 S2)

To find the surface area of the figure shown, Mia found the surface area of the two triangular prisms and the rectangular prism. From this, Mia subtracted 6 ft2. Did Mia make an error?

Answer
A
Mia should have subtracted 10 square feet.
B
Mia needs to subtract another 18 square feet.
C
Mia must calculate each triangle separately.
D
There is no error—Mia is correct.
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