KVPY2020MathematicsProperties of Triangles
In a triangle A B C , the angle bisector B D of ∠ B intersects A C in D . Suppose B C = 2 ,   C D = 1 and B D = 3 2 . The perimeter of the triangle A B C is
Options
- A17 2
- B15 2
- C17 4
- D15 4
Correct answer
B. 15 2
Step-by-step solution
2 a c a + c cos B 2 = 3 2 ⇒ 4 c 2 + c 4 + 9 2 - 1 2 × 2 × 3 2 = 3 2 ⇒ c = 3 Now, c a = A D D C ⇒ A D = 3 2 ⇒ b = 5 2 ⇒ Perimeter = 15 2