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3. The bases of a trapezoid have measures (X-14) cm and (x + 2) cm. Its median is 30cm long. How long is the shorter base?a. 22 c. B. 36 cmc. 38 cmd. 76 cm​.

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Answer:

  • A. 22

Step-by-step explanation:

Formula:

MEDIAN = 1/2(B1+B2)

Solution:

30= 1/2[(x-14)+(x+2)]

x = 36 cm

B1= 36-14 = 22 cm (shorter base)

B2= 36+2 = 38 cm (longer base)

The Shorter Base is 22cm.