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Set 1: Triangles (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

An equilateral triangle has a perimeter of 33. What is the length of each side?

An equilateral triangle has a perimeter of 33. What is the length of each side?

A.

11

✓ Correct
B.

9

C.

12

D.

14

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. Each side = 33 / 3 = 11

Why others are wrong:
B: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 12 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 14 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.