NYT Crossword · 35 Down
“1/2 base x height, for a triangle” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, January 24, 2012 as 35 Down. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Tuesday, January 24, 2012 · 35 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “1/2 base x height, for a triangle”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with A and ends with A, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “1/2 base x height, for a triangle” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 24, 2012, at 35 Down.
What is the answer to the “1/2 base x height, for a triangle” crossword clue?
The answer is AREA (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.