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Q: The cross-section of a trough L metre long is in the shape of an isosceles triangle of base measurement 2a metre and height b metre. Water leaks from the trough at a constant rate of c metre^3/min. Find the rate at which the water level is falling when the depth of the water is b/2 metre.

A: c/aL m/min

Source: Fitzpatrick 3U

Having a bit of trouble with this one, can some maths guru help me. Thanks
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