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Can you create a triangle with sides 17ft , 8ft , and 25ft ?

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Yes

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No.

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The pythagorean theorem states that a^2 + b^2 = c^2. By the basic structure of a triangle, the hypotenuse is the longest side, c. In this case, 25 ft is the value of c. 17^2 + 8^2 = 353. 25^2 = 625, so this isn't an accurate triangle.

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