Solve Area Problem $17 \mathrm{ft}$ On Each Side $6 \mathrm{ft}$ And a Base Of

Multiple Choice

Solve area problem.
-A yard in the shape of a square measures $17 \mathrm{ft}$ on each side. A triangular area with a height of $6 \mathrm{ft}$ and a base of $8.5 \mathrm{ft}$ is dug up for a flower bed. How much yard area is left over?

A) $263.5 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$
B) $119 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$
C) $314.5 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$
D) $238 \mathrm{ft}^{2}$