Find the perimeter of the polygons with vertices at the given points (5, 3) , (2,0), (2,6). Is 6 √2 + 6 or 14.49 the perimeter of the given polygon? Explain briefly. If not what's the correct answer?
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Using the distance formula, we get: √[(5-2)^2 + (3-0)^2] = √(9+9) = √18 Show more…
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