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Equilateral triangle with side 40 cm has the same perimeter as an isosceles triangle with arm of 45 cm. Calculate the base x of an isosceles triangle.

Correct answer:

x =  30 cm

Step-by-step explanation:

x=3⋅40−2⋅45=30 cm

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