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Set 1: Triangles (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

An equilateral triangle has a perimeter of 27. What is the length of each side?

An equilateral triangle has a perimeter of 27. What is the length of each side?

A.

10

B.

7

C.

6

D.

9

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is the best answer. Each side = 27 / 3 = 9

Why others are wrong:
A: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.