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Answer: CSet 2: Triangles (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
An equilateral triangle has a perimeter of 15. What is the length of each side?
An equilateral triangle has a perimeter of 15. What is the length of each side?
A.
6
B.
7
C.✓ Correct
5
D.
4
Detailed Explanation
Choice C is the best answer. Each side = 15 / 3 = 5
Why others are wrong:
A: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.