2024 · Q94
What is the length of the side of the triangle ABC?
Elementary MathematicsGeometry: Lines, Angles and Triangles
- A2√3 unit
- B4√3 unit
- C6√3 unit
- D8√3 unit
Explanation
From the figure, the altitude relation gives a² = 16 × 3 = 48. Taking the positive root gives a = √48 = 4√3. This is option (b).