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Right Trapezoid Area Calculator

b₁
b₂
h

Result

Area ((b₁+b₂)×h÷2)26.0000
Midline (average base)6.5000
Perimeter22.0000
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Right Trapezoid Area Calculator Calculate the area of a right trapezoid with two parallel sides and height. — free online calculator.

Formula

Area=(b1+b2)h/2; midline=(b1+b2)/2; perimeter=b1+b2+h+√((b1−b2)²+h²)
  • Right trapezoid area calculator. Apply the geometric relationship below and use the worked example to verify the setup.
  • The main inputs are Base 1, Base 2, Height. Enter them in the units and format shown in the calculator.
  • Keep comparable quantities in compatible units whenever the formula combines or compares them.
  • Changing any input above recalculates the result with the same calculation engine used by this page.

Example: Right Trapezoid Area

Inputs
  • Base 1: 8 b₁
  • Base 2: 5 b₂
  • Height: 4

For parallel sides 5 and 9 with height 4: A = 28.

Sample result: Calculating…

Frequently asked questions

What does the Right Trapezoid Area calculate?

a and b are the parallel sides; h is their perpendicular separation.

Which values should I enter?

Enter Base 1, Base 2, Height using the units and format shown beside each field.

What formula does this calculator use?

The calculator uses the following relationship: Area=(b1+b2)h/2; midline=(b1+b2)/2; perimeter=b1+b2+h+√((b1−b2)²+h²).

Why might my result differ from another source?

Results can differ when another source uses different units, rounding rules, conventions or assumptions. Compare the inputs and definitions before comparing results.

Does the result update automatically?

Yes. Changing an input updates the result using the same calculation engine shown on this page.

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Updated: October 10, 2026