Question

Solve for x A trangle has a base equal to 12inches and its height is (x+6) inches there is no more than 72 inches square​

Answer 1

72 x 2 = 144

144/12 = 12

x = 12

Explanation:

Working backwards, we know A = b*h/2

First we multiply 72 * 2, to get b*h

now we divide that by 12, the base

Then we get the hieght, 12