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To solve for the altitude of the trapezoid, we can break this down step by step.

### Information provided:
- Upper base \( = 6 \)
- Lower base \( = 16 \)
- Diagonal \( = 12 \)
- Trapezoid has equal nonparallel sides (isosceles trapezoid).

### Step 1: Calculate the difference between the upper and lower base.
The difference between the upper and lower bases is:
\[
16 - 6 = 10
\]
This difference is split into two equal parts because the trapezoid is isosceles. So, each part is:
\[
\frac{10}{2} = 5
\]
This means that the horizontal distance from the base of the right triangle to the point where the altitude intersects the lower base is 5 units (as shown in the diagram).

### Step 2: Use the Pythagorean theorem.
In the right triangle, we know:
- The horizontal leg (adjacent to the right angle) is 5 (calculated earlier).
- The hypotenuse is the diagonal \( = 12 \).

Let \( h \) represent the altitude (which is the vertical leg of the right triangle).

Applying the Pythagorean theorem:
\[
h^2 + 5^2 = 12^2
\]
\[
h^2 + 25 = 144
\]
\[
h^2 = 144 - 25 = 119
\]
\[
h = \sqrt{119} \approx 10.91
\]

### Step 3: Approximate the altitude.
The correct answer must be approximately \( 10.91 \). However, the question asks for the altitude of the trapezoid, not just the right triangle.

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The trapezoid in the figure has equal nonparallel sides. The upper base is 6, the lower base is 16, and the diagonal is 12. What is the altitude of the trapezoid?

This problem involves finding the altitude of an isosceles trapezoid with known base lengths and a diagonal. Learn how to apply the Pythagorean theorem to solve for the height of the trapezoid. Suitable for students in Grades 8-10.

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