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Set 2: Triangles (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

An isosceles triangle has two equal sides of 10 and a base of 5. What is its perimeter?

An isosceles triangle has two equal sides of 10 and a base of 5. What is its perimeter?

A.

27

B.

22

C.

25

✓ Correct
D.

26

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Perimeter = 10 + 10 + 5 = 25

Why others are wrong:
A: 27 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 22 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 26 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.