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Answer 1

Answer:

Option B: 3x + 3y - 3

Step-by-step explanation:

In an isosceles triangle, the two congruent sides are equal.

We are told the base is; x - y - 2 units

Now let each of the congruent sides be represented as A.

Thus the perimeter equation will be;

P = 2A + x - y - 2

Now, we are told that the perimeter is; 7x + 5y - 8 units

Thus;

7x + 5y - 8 = 2A + x - y - 2

Rearranging gives;

7x - x + 5y + y - 8 + 2 = 2A

2A = 6x + 6y - 6

Divide through by 2 to give;

A = 3x + 3y - 3 units