In the diagram above , XZ is the diameter of the circle XZW, with center O and radius 15/2 cm. If XY = 12 cm, find the area of the triangle XYZ
Attached Figure / Diagram
A
54 cm2
B
45 cm2
C
27 cm2
D
75 cm2
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Since radius = \(\frac{15}{2}\) diameter = 2 * (\(\frac{15}{2}\)) = 15cm
XYZ is a right-angled triangle (since
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