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Answer: BSet 2: Triangles (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
An isosceles triangle has two equal sides of 11 and a base of 3. What is its perimeter?
An isosceles triangle has two equal sides of 11 and a base of 3. What is its perimeter?
A.
26
B.✓ Correct
25
C.
23
D.
24
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Perimeter = 11 + 11 + 3 = 25
Why others are wrong:
A: 26 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 23 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 24 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.