Question

If CD bisects AB in Triangle ABC, find the equation of the altitude CD.

A) x + 2y = 2
B) x - 2y = -6
C) x + 2y = 6
D) x - 2y = 2

Answer 1

The equation of the altitude CD in Triangle ABC is x - 2y = -6.

Step-by-step explanation:

Given that CD bisects AB in Triangle ABC, we can find the equation of the altitude CD.

First, let's recall that an altitude of a triangle is a line segment from a vertex perpendicular to the opposite side. Since CD is the altitude, it is perpendicular to AB.

Therefore, the equation of the altitude CD is x - 2y = -6, which is option B.