The figure is a composite shape. Divide it into simpler shapes using the dimensions given.<br><br>&bull; Split the figure into rectangles and/or triangles along the dimension lines shown.<br>&bull; Calculate the area of each part using length &times; breadth (rectangles) or \( rac{1}{2} \times \) base &times; height (triangles).<br>&bull; Sum all the individual areas.<br>&bull; Total area = 272 cm&sup2;.<br><br>Final Answer: 272 cm&sup2;