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Aptitude · Q53

Triangles

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 53

Q53

If the length of the sides of a triangle are in the ratio 4 : 5 : 6 and the inradius of the triangle is 3 cm, then the altitude of the triangle corresponding to the largest side as base is :

A.
7.5 cm
Answer
B.
6 cm
C.
10 cm
D.
8 cm

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
According to question,
Triangles mcq solution image
Area of Δ(OBA + OAC + OBC) = area of ΔABC
× 4x × 3 + × 5x × 3 + × 6x × 3 = × (6x × AD)
× 3(4x + 5x + 6x) = × (6x × AD)
45x = 6x × AD
AD =
AD = 7.5 cm