Question

The three sides of a triangle are n, 4n+1 , and 5n−8. If the perimeter of the triangle is 93cm, what is the length of each side?

Separate multiple entries with a comma.

Answer 1

10, 41, 42

Explanation:

n+4n+1+5n-8=93

10n-7=93

10n=100

n=10

Side 1: 10

Side 2: 41

4(10)+1

40+1

41

Side 3: 42

5(10)-8

50-8

42