Question

Solve A= 1/2bh for b. Then find the base of a triangle with a height of 6 inches and an area of 24 square inches.

Answer 1

The breadth of the triangle is 8 inches.

Explanation:

Given that the area of the triangle is 24 sq inches and that the height is 6 inches

1/2 * b * 6 =24

b * 3= 24

b=8 inches