Solve the Problem. -A Triangle Drawn on a Map Has Sides of Lengths

question 36

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A triangle drawn on a map has sides of lengths 9.0 cm, 12 cm, and 15 cm. The shortest of the Corresponding real-life distances is 90 km. Find the longest of the real-life distances. Round to the Nearest unit.

• A) 150 km
• B) 54 km
• C) 113 km
• D) 120 km

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Definitions:

Deadweight Loss

Deadweight loss refers to the loss in economic efficiency that occurs when the equilibrium for a good or service is not achieved or is unattainable.

Consumer Surplus

The gap in the total amount consumers are willing to invest in a product or service and the amount they end up paying.

Producer Surplus

The difference between what producers are willing to accept for a good or service versus what they actually receive, measuring their benefit.

Total Surplus

The sum of consumer surplus and producer surplus, representing the total benefit to society from the production and consumption of a good or service.