How to Find Lateral Surface Area of a Triangular Prism?

Identify the three rectangular side faces of the triangular prism

Find the perimeter of the triangular base

Measure the length of the prism

Multiply the perimeter of the triangular base by the length of the prism

Use the formula: Lateral Surface Area = Perimeter of base × Prism length

Add the areas of the three rectangular faces if calculating directly

Keep units squared for the final answer

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