Correct Answer
✅ Option d — 13 cm
All Options:
- A7 cm
- B9 cm
- C11 cm
- D13 cm
Detailed Solution & Explanation
According to the problem:
1. The longest side is times the shortest side:
2. The third side is cm shorter than the longest side:
The perimeter of a triangle is the sum of the lengths of all its three sides:
We are given that the perimeter is at least cm:
Solve the inequality for :
Therefore, the minimum length of the shortest side is cm.
Hence, **Option D** is the correct answer.
About This Chapter: Linear Inequalities
Paper
Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude
Weightage
1-3 Marks
Key Topics
Linear Inequalities in one & two variables
This chapter covers Linear Inequalities in one & two variables and is part of Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude in the CA Foundation exam.
View Official ICAI SyllabusExam Strategy Tip
This topic carries 1-3 Marks weightage. Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorizing.
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