Describe the area of the triangle as a function of the
length of its base. Examine the function
you constructed and answer the questions below. Check your answers
using measurements on the dynamic figure.
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What is the largest possible area of an isosceles triangle with
1-meter long sides? What is the length of the base
of such a triangle?
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What are your options in choosing the length of the base to construct an isosceles triangle with
1-meter long sides and an area that is half the maximum
possible area?
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