If the area of a triangle with base x is equal to the area of a square with side x, then the altitude of the triangle is -

If the area of a triangle with base x is equal to the area of a square with side x, then the altitude of the triangle is -

A x/2

B x

C 2x

D 3x

Solution

Correct Answer: Option C

Let, altitude of triangle is h

Now,
(1/2) × x × h = x²
or, h = 2x