What is the area of the figure? Explain the steps you take

to calculate the area.

2 in.

3.6 in.

7.2 in² or 7.2 inches squared

Step-by-step explanation:

Area is a measure of how much space there is on a flat surface.

To find the area, just multiply the length and width of the figure.

2 * 3.6 is 7.2

When you find the area, you have to square it.

So, the answer is 7.2 in², or 7.2 inches squared