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Is it possible to construct a triangle with side lengths of 35,120, and 125 units?

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If the sum of the two smallest sides of a triangle are less than the third side, then the triangle cannot be constructed, since the sides would not be able to touch. However, since 35+120 is greater 125, this triangle can be formed

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