5. The two equal angles of an isosceles triangle each measure 58.4 degrees. The perpendicular height of the triangle is 16.3cm (note: the perp height segment bisects the base of the triangle). What is the length of the base-edge of the triangle?

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5. The two equal angles of an isosceles triangle each measure 58.4
degrees. The perpendicular height of the triangle is 16.3cm (note:
the perp height segment bisects the base of the triangle). What is the
length of the base-edge of the triangle?
Transcribed Image Text:5. The two equal angles of an isosceles triangle each measure 58.4 degrees. The perpendicular height of the triangle is 16.3cm (note: the perp height segment bisects the base of the triangle). What is the length of the base-edge of the triangle?
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