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MathematicsProperties of TriangleGeneral (basic formula based)Medium2 minQB
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An isosceles triangle has sides 2,2,x. Which x maximizes its area?

Options:

Answer:
D
Solution:

Let A be the angle between the equal sides. Area=(1/2)(2)(2)sin A=2sin A≤2, equality at A=90°. The cosine rule gives =+=8, x=2.

Stream:JEESubject:MathematicsTopic:Properties of TriangleSubtopic:General (basic formula based)
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