Question

A triangular bandana has an area of 38 square inches. The height of the triangle is 9

inches. Enter and solve an equation to find the length of the base of the triangle. Use b to represent the length of the base.

Answer 1

Base=8.4 inches

Explanation:

Area of triangular bandana is 38sq inches

Height of triangle is 9 inches

Area of ∆ =½×b×h

38=½×b×9

38×2=b×9

76/9=b

b=8.4 inches