Write an equation that represents the following situation. Then, solve the equation. 1) A quilt design is made up of right triangles that have a base of 6 in and a height of 2 in. If the quilt is rectangular with dimensions of 90 in by 72 in, how many triangles are needed to complete the quilt? (Hint: Draw pictures of the shapes and label the dimensions.) a. Write the equation in words. b. Calculate the two areas. = 4 = c. Choose a variable for the unknown quantity and write the equation with the substituted values. d. Solve the equation. Include appropriate units in your answer.
