If the area of a right triangle is 9/16 of a square foot and the height is 3/4ft., write an equation that relates the area tovthe base b, and the height. solve rhe equation to determine base.

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Harley Mahoney

14 June, 10:24

If the area of a right triangle is 9/16 of a square foot and the height is 3/4ft., write an equation that relates the area tovthe base b, and the height. solve rhe equation to determine base.

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Rory Harmon · Answer 1

Area = (1/2) * base*height

9/16 = (1/2) * base * (3/4)

9/16 = (3/8) * base

(3/8) * base = 9/16

base = (9/16) * (8/3)

base = 3/2

base, b = 3/2 feet.