Tuesday, October 6, 2015

2:58 PM

GRE Math Challenge Question #30: 


What is the length of the side labeled x of the polygon shown below if the perimeter is 40 inches?


A.  6 Inches
B. 8 Inches
C. 10 Inches
D. 16 Inches
E. 20 Inches








Explanation:


The sum of the sides is the perimeter of the figure.

There are four sides that measure 6 inches, so 4 × 6 is 24. Subtract 40 – 24 to get 16 inches for the remaining two sides. Divide 16 by 2 since the two sides are the same measure.

Therefore, x = 8 inches.

Correct Choice : B (8)

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