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Question
Prove that the points (1 , 1) , (-1 , -1) and (`- sqrt 3 , sqrt 3`) are the vertices of an equilateral triangle.
Solution
PQ = `sqrt ((1 + sqrt 3)^2 + (1 - sqrt 3)^2) = sqrt (4 + 4) sqrt 8` units
QR = `sqrt ((-sqrt 3 + 1)^2 + (sqrt 3 + 1)^2) = sqrt (4 + 4) = sqrt 8` units
PR = `sqrt ((- 1 + 1)^2 + (-1 + 1)^2) = sqrt (4 + 4) = sqrt 8` units
∵ PQ = QR = PR
∴ PQR is an equilateral triangle.
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It is rectangular in shape - 100 yards by 60 yards. Goals consist of two upright posts placed equidistant from the centre of the backline, joined at the top by a horizontal crossbar. The inner edges of the posts must be 3.66 metres (4 yards) apart, and the lower edge of the crossbar must be 2.14 metres (7 feet) above the ground.
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