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A circle is inscribed in a triangle having sides of lengths 6 in., 8 in., and 10 in. If the length of the radius of the inscribed circle is 2 in., find the area of the triangle.

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e

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

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Chapter8: Areas Of Polygons And Circles

Section8.5: More Area Relationships In The Circle

Problem 14E: A circle is inscribed in a triangle having sides of lengths 5 in., 12 in., and 13 in. If the length...

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