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Two sides of an obtuse triangle measure 12 inches and 14 inches. The longest side measures 14 inches.

What is the greatest possible whole-number length of the unknown side?

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The greatest possible whole number length of the unknown side is

7 inches

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Two sides of an obtuse triangle measure 12 inches and 14 inches. The longest side measures 14 inches.

What is the greatest possible whole-number length of the unknown side?

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