Question

Tell whether it is possible to draw a triangle with the given side lengths.

a. 3 in., 4 in., 5 in.
b. 1 cm, 7 cm, 8 cm
c. 3 ft, 5 ft, 9 ft

Answer 1

A.

Explanation:

Since the 2 shorter sides are greater than the longest side when added, it meet the triangle inequality thoerem. Triangle Inequality Theorom: The longest side of a triangle is less then the 2 shorter sides added.