Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

A triangular agricultural plot has a perimeter of 150 m150\,\text{m}. Two of its sides measure 47 m47\,\text{m} and 58 m58\,\text{m}. (i) Determine the length of the third side. (ii) Calculate the area of the plot. (iii) The farmer plans to install a three-strand barbed-wire fence completely around the plot. If the wire costs Rs 12 per metre, find the total expenditure on fencing.

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