Question

A triangular prism has a base that is a triangle with each side length measuring 6 inches. By how much is the prism’s lateral surface area increased if the base of the triangle is doubled? Please show work because I need to write it down. Also pls reply ASAP, as this is due tomorrow.

Answer 1

The lateral surface is increased by a factor of 2.

Explanation:

Since each side of the base was doubled in length, but the height of the prism remains the same, all sides double in area.

Therefore the total new lateral area is double what it was.

The lateral surface is increased by a factor of 2.