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I need to find the missing side given the area

I need to find the missing side given the area-example-1
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Answer:

4

Explanation:

The formula to the area of a triangle is 1/2(base) * height. Since it is asking to find the height and you are given the base, you need to solve:

1/2(6) * x = 12

multiply: 3x = 12

divide: x = 4

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