Question

The formula for the area of a triangle is A=1/2bh, where b is the base of the triangle and h is the height of the triangle. The area of the triangular sail of a sailboat is 126ft^2. The base is 12 ft. Find the height of the sail.

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Answer 1

H=21ft

Explanation:

Height=2•Area/Base

Area=126ft^2

Base=12ft.

H=2•126/12=21ft

H=21ft

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