The perimeter of the triangular base of a right prism is 60 cm and the sides of the base are in the ratio 5 : 12 : 13. Then, its volume will be (height of the prism being 60 cm).?
Correct Answer: 6000 cm3
Explanation:
Let the sides of the base are 5k, 12k and 13k, respectively.
Given, perimeter of base = 60 cm
⇒ 5k + 12k + 13k = 60
∴ k = 60/30 = 2
The sides of base are 10 cm, 24 cm 26 cm.
∴ Volume of prism = (1/2) x 10 x 24 x 50 = 6000 cm3
