Question 238955
Draw a diagram, it'll help you find a solution.
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From Pythagorean theorem:
Let b = base of triangle
then
b^2 + 24^2 = 26^
b^2 + 576 = 676
b^2 = 100
b = 10 feet
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Area of a triangle is:
(1/2)bh
= (1/2)(10)(24)
= (5)(24)
= 120 sq ft
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Cost:
10 * 120 = $1200