The height of an equilateral triangle of side is 10\(\sqrt{3}\)cm. Calculate its perimeter.
A
20cm
B
60cm
C
40cm
D
30cm
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Height of an equilateral triangle, h = a\(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}\), where a is the side of the equilateral triangle.
10\(\sqrt{3}\) = a\(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}\)
cross multiply--> 2 x 10\(\sqrt{3}\) = a\(\sqrt{3}\)
\(\sqrt{3}\) cancels out \(\sqrt{3}\) on both sides
20 = a
The perimeter of an equilateral triangle is: P = 3a
P = 3 * 20 = 60cm
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