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PQR is an equilateral triangle with sides 2\(\sqrt{3cm}\). calculate its height

PQR is an equilateral triangle with sides 2\(\sqrt{3cm}\). calculate its height
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  • A 1.7cm
  • B 3.0cm
  • C 3.2cm
  • D 3.9cm
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
By Pythagoras theorem
h2 = (2\(\sqrt{3})^2 - (\sqrt{3})^2\)
= 22(\(\sqrt{3})^2 - 3\)
4(3) - 3 = 112 - 3
h2 = 9
h = \(\sqrt{9}\)
= 3cm

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