A Canvas Camping Tent Is to Be Constructed in the Shape

question 3

Multiple Choice

A canvas camping tent is to be constructed in the shape of a pyramid with a square base. An 8-foot pole will form the center support, as illustrated in the figure. Find the length x of a side of the base so that the total amount of canvas needed for the sides and bottom is 384 ft ² .

• A)11 ft
• B)13 ft
• C)12 ft
• D)10 ft
• E)14 ft

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Tundra

(tundra) A treeless biome between the boreal forest in the south and the polar ice cap in the north that consists of boggy plains covered by lichens and small plants. Also called arctic tundra. Compare with alpine tundra.

Temperate Desert

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Climax Community

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