Solve the Problem

question 106

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem. Be sure to make a diagram of the situation with all the given information labeled. An equilateral triangle (one with all sides the same length) has an altitude of 4.7 inches. Find the length of the sides. Round to the nearest tenth of inches.
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• A)6.9 in.
• B)6.4 in.
• C)9.9 in.
• D)3.7 in.
• E)5.4 in.

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