Derpy P.

asked • 05/02/18

What is the base length of a triangular prism?

The prism has a volume of 276 cubic feet, a base height of 5.8 feet, and a height of 10 feet

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Philip P. answered • 05/02/18

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Volume = Length × Width × Height
276 = Length × 5.8 × 10
276 = Length × 58
 
Solve for length
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Derpy P.

Bruh that's not even the correct formula
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05/02/18

Philip P.

You're right. The formula for a triangular prism is:
 
V = (1/2) × base length of triangle × base height of triangle × length of prism
V = (1/2) × base of triangle × 5.8 × 10
276 = 29 × base of triangle
 
Solve for base
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05/02/18

Derpy P.

Now I know where you live...
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