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How many triangles exist with the given angles measures 37% 51% 97%

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Hello!

First you want to make sure the angles add to 180°

37 + 51 + 97 = 185

Since they don't add to 180 there are no triangles with these angle measurements

The answer is zero triangles

Hope this helps!
User Bodokh
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The first thing to check is the sum of the angles. 32 + 51 + 97 = 180. Therefore, the sides equal 180 and we can have a triangle because all triangles have exactly 180 degrees.
Second, the number of triangles with these measures is endless. Imagine taking the initial triangle and doubling the size. The angles don't change but the triangle does. We could keep doubling the size forever.
More than one unique triangle exists with the given angle measures.
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