Multiple choice

If G is the centroid of ?ABC and ?ABC = 48 cm2, then the area of ?BGC is

  1. 8 cm2

  2. 16 cm2

  3. 24 cm2

  4. 32 cm2
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Centroid divides a triangle into 3 smaller triangles of equal area. Each of triangles BGC, CGA, AGB has area = (1/3) × area of ABC = 48/3 = 16 cm². This is because all three have equal base lengths on the sides of ABC and share the same height from G.

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