A Canvas Camping Tent Is to Be Constructed in the Shape

question 14

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

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