2020 · Q83
A triangle and a parallelogram have equal areas and equal bases. If the altitude of the triangle is k times the altitude of the parallelogram, then what is the value of k?
Elementary MathematicsMensuration
- A4
- B2
- C1
- D1/2
Explanation
(1/2)*b*h = b*h' gives h = 2h', so k = 2. Hence option (B). So the triangle must be twice as tall as the parallelogram on the same base.