Question

Calculate area of the given shape and compare it with the total area(i.e. the area including all small squares). And hence, find the difference between total area and area of the shape.
(Each small square measures area $1$ sq. units)

• A. $16$ sq. units
• B. $9$ sq. units
• C. $10$ sq. units
• D. $7$ sq. units

Answer 1

The correct option is D $7$ sq. units

Area of given shape$=9$ sq. units

Total area$=4\times 4=16$ sq. units

Required difference$=16-9=7$ sq. units