Set Up an Equation and Solve the Problem

question 56

Short Answer

Set up an equation and solve the problem. The area of a triangle is 50 square feet. If one side of the triangle and the altitude to that side are of equal length, find the length. __________ feet

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Definitions:

Endo-

A prefix meaning within or inside, often used in medical and scientific terms.

Peri-

A prefix meaning around or surrounding, often used in medical terms to describe areas surrounding a structure or organ.

Audi/o

A prefix meaning related to hearing or sound.

Organ of Corti

A structure located in the cochlea of the inner ear, responsible for converting sound vibrations into nerve impulses.