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9. Given an equilateral triangle with sides of length 9, find the length of the altitude using special right triangles. Confirm your answer with the Pythagorean Theorem.

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e

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Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

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Chapter6: Circles

Section6.3: Line And Segment Relationships In The Circle

Problem 39E: The center of a circle of radius 2 in. is at a distance of 10 in. from the center of a circle of...

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