Explain how you could calculate the surface area of a

square pyramid.

To find the surface area, use this square pyramid surface area formula: Square Pyramid Surface Area = 2 x B x S + B 2 B = Width of the Square Base S = Slant length of one of the triangular faces and is calculated from the height and base width by using the equation: S = The square root of [ (.5B) 2 + Height 2].

Step-by-step explanation

To find the surface area of a pyramid, start by multiplying the perimeter of the pyramid by its slant height. Then, divide that number by 2. Finally, add the number you get to the area of the pyramid's base to find the surface area.