side of the triangle. Prove that, if the vertex angle of an isosceles triangle is obtuse, then the base is longer than either leg. Prove that the shortest distance from a point to a line is the longth of tho

side of the triangle. Prove that, if the vertex angle of an isosceles triangle is obtuse, then the base is longer than either leg. Prove that the shortest distance from a point to a line is the longth of tho

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e

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ISBN:9781337614085

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

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

Chapter6: Circles

Section6.4: Some Constructions And Inequalities For The Circle

Problem 31E

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32. Prove that, if the vertex angle of an isosceles triangle is obtuse, then the base
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