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Triangle Calculator

Calculate area and perimeter of triangles. Enter values for instant results with step-by-step formulas.

Worked Examples

Example 1: Simple Area

Problem:Base=10, Height=5

Solution:0.5 × 10 × 5

Result:25

Example 2: Perimeter

Problem:Sides 3, 4, 5

Solution:3 + 4 + 5

Result:12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the sum of angles in a triangle?

The sum of the interior angles of any triangle in a flat plane is always 180 degrees (or π radians).

What is a Right Triangle?

A triangle containing one 90-degree angle. The side opposite the right angle is called the hypotenuse, and the Pythagorean theorem (a² + b² = c²) applies.

What is an Isosceles Triangle?

A triangle with at least two sides of equal length. The angles opposite the equal sides are also equal.

What is a Scalene Triangle?

A triangle where all three sides have different lengths, and all three angles are different.

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