Question

A triangular scarf has an area of

36 square inches. The base of the scarf
measures 3x inches and the height
measures 2x + 2 inches. Find the base
and height measurements of the scarf.
Provide a justification for each step.

Answer 1

36 = (0.5)(2h)(h)

36 = h2

Explanation:

b represents the base

h represents the height

b =2h