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Aptitude · Q27

Triangles

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 27

Q27

If ΔABC is an isosceles triangle with ∠C = 90° and AC = 5 cm then AB is:

A.
5 cm
B.
10 cm
C.
5 cm
Answer
D.
2.5 cm

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
According to question,
Given: ∠C = 90°
Triangles mcq solution image
BC = AC = 5 cm (Isosceles triangle)
By Pythagoras theorem
AB2 = AC2 + BC2
AB2 = 52 + 52
AB2 = 25 + 25
AB2 = 50
AB = 5 cm