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Set 4: Triangles (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that an isosceles triangle has two equal sides of 11 and a base of 8. What is its perimeter?

An isosceles triangle has two equal sides of 11 and a base of 8. What is its perimeter?

A.

30

✓ Correct
B.

33

C.

32

D.

27

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice A is the best answer. Perimeter = 11 + 11 + 8 = 30

Why others are wrong:
B: 33 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 32 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 27 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.