What is the moment of inertia of a triangular cross-section with base b and height h, measured about its base?

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17 Jan 2019
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28 May 2026

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The moment of inertia of a triangle about its base is calculated using the formula I = (b * h³) / 12, where b is the base and h is the height.

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