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OpenStudy (anonymous):

The base of an isosceles triangle is 4 less than the sum of the lengths of the two legs. If the perimeter of the triangle is 44, find the length of the tree sides of the triangle. [Only an algebraic solution would be accepted]

OpenStudy (nory):

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OpenStudy (anonymous):

So is the equation gonna be 4x-4=44?

OpenStudy (nory):

Yes, very good. Because you add the sides. And now you can easily solve the equation.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Okay! ^^

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I got 12 12 20. is it correct?

OpenStudy (nory):

Yes. Good work. (Remember to check your work.) :)

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