Math Problem Statement

Triangle ABC is equilateral with side 12. Points X and Y trisect AC. Find the difference in perimeters between triangle ABX and triangle XBY.

Solution

We are given that triangle ABCABC is equilateral with side length 12, and points XX and YY trisect side ACAC. We need to find the difference in the perimeters of triangles ABXABX and XBYXBY.

Step 1: Coordinates of Points AA, BB, and CC

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Triangles
Perimeter Calculation
Equilateral Triangle

Formulas

Perimeter of a triangle = sum of the lengths of all sides
Trisection of a line segment: divide the segment into three equal parts

Theorems

Properties of equilateral triangles
Line trisection

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11