Given that PA=PB=PC=5 and AC=8, we can find the length of AB and BC using the Pythagorean theorem since AB⊥BC
step 2
Since AB2+BC2=25 and AB⋅BC=0, one of these lengths must be 0, and the other must be 5. Without loss of generality, let AB=5 and BC=0
step 3
The base ABC is a right triangle with legs AB=5, BC=0, and hypotenuse AC=8. This is not possible according to the Pythagorean theorem, indicating an error in the given conditions
step 4
Since the conditions are contradictory, we cannot proceed with the calculation. The problem as stated has no solution
Answer
The problem has no solution due to contradictory conditions.
Key Concept
Pythagorean theorem and the properties of a right triangle
Explanation
The given lengths do not satisfy the Pythagorean theorem for a right triangle, indicating an error in the problem's conditions.