6
Answer: DSet 1: Triangles (Intermediate)
Explanation
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.✓ Correct
9
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.