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  1. What is Area in Math? Definition, Formulas, Shapes, Examples

    • Learn what area is in math, how to calculate it for different shapes, and how to find the area of composite figures. See examples, games, worksheets, and FAQs on area.… See more

    Definition of Area

    Area is defined as the total space taken up by a flat (2-D) surface or shape of an object. The space enclosed by the boundary of a plane figure is called its area. The area o… See more

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    What Is The Formula of Calculating area?

    We can calculate the area of a shape using a grid. The area of any shape is the number of … See more

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    Origin of The term: Area

    The term ‘area’ originated from Latin, meaning ‘a plain piece of empty land’. It also means ‘a particular amount of space contained within a set of boundaries’. See more

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    More About Area

    Look at the carpet in your home. To buy a carpet that fits the floor, we need to know its area. Or the carpet will be bigger or smaller than the space! Some other instances … See more

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  1. Area is defined as the total space taken up by a flat (2-D) surface or shape of an object. The space enclosed by the boundary of a plane figure is called its area. The area of a figure is the number of unit squares that cover the surface of a closed figure. Area is measured in square units like cm² and m².
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