PQR is a triangle such that |PQ| = |QR| = 8cm and QPR = 60º. Find the area of ∠ ∠ PQR

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Mathematics - 2024 Subject: General Mathematics

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PQR is a triangle such that |PQ| = |QR| = 8cm and QPR = 60º. Find the area of 

∠ ∠  PQR
Answer Details

To find the area of triangle PQR, we can use the formula for the area of a triangle when we know two sides and the included angle, which is given by:


Area = (1/2) * a * b * sin(C)


In triangle PQR, we have:

  • |PQ| = |QR| = 8 cm
  • Included angle ∠QPR = 60º

Plug these values into the formula:


Area = (1/2) * 8 * 8 * sin(60º)


Now calculate the sine of 60 degrees. The sine of 60 degrees is √3/2.


Substitute this back into the equation:


Area = (1/2) * 8 * 8 * (√3/2)


Calculate:


Area = 32 * (√3/2)


Area = 16√3 cm²


The area of triangle PQR is 16√3 cm². It is important to simplify 16√3 as much as needed for solving or selecting the appropriate option if given in options form.


Thus, the area of triangle PQR is the choice with 16√3 cm².

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