Question

2. The Vasco da Gama Bridge in Lisbon, Portugal, includes a trapezoid as part of
its structure (pictured above). The bridge's roadway goes through the median of
the trapezoid. If the bases of the trapezoid measure 22 m and 38 m, what is the
approximate width of the bridge's roadway? Explain how you got your answer.

Answer 1

Answer:

30 m

Step-by-step explanation:

Midsegment of a Trapezoid

$\frac{(Base_{1}) +( Base_{2}) }{2}$

$\frac{12 + 38}{2}$

$\frac{60}{2}$

30

Average of the top and bottom = the middle