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Is it possible to construct a triangle with the given lengths? 16, 37, 53

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Answer:

No, you can not create a triangle with these three side lengths.

Explanation:

According to the Triangle Inequality Theorem, in order for three given lengths to form a triangle, two of the side lengths must add up to be greater than the length of the largest length. 16+37 makes 53, which is equal to the length of the largest side, not greater.

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