In the triangle $ABC$, it is known that $AB = BC = 20$ cm, and $AC = 24$ cm. The point $M$ lies on the side $BC$ and is equidistant from sides $AB$ and $AC$. Find this distance. (Alexander Shkolny)
Source: 2021 Yasinsky Geometry Olympiad X-XI p2 , Ukraine
Tags: geometry, isosceles
In the triangle $ABC$, it is known that $AB = BC = 20$ cm, and $AC = 24$ cm. The point $M$ lies on the side $BC$ and is equidistant from sides $AB$ and $AC$. Find this distance. (Alexander Shkolny)