AMC 8 L2: Basic Geometry

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Problem 16 Easy

In trapezoid ABCD, AD is perpendicular to DC, AD=AB=3, and DC=6. In addition, E is on DC, and BE is parallel to AD. Find the area of \triangle BEC. (2007 AMC8 Problem, Question #8)

  • A.

    3

  • B.

    4.5

  • C.

    6

  • D.

    9

  • E.

    18

Answer:B

3\times3\div2=4.5