Triangle Inequalities & Algebra

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What is the Triangle Inequality Theorem?

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The Triangle Inequality Theorem states that the sum of the lengths of any two sides of a triangle must be greater than the length of the third side.

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Where is the smallest angle located in a triangle?

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The smallest angle is located across from the smallest side.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10

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Can a triangle have sides with lengths 8 m, 10 m, and 19 m?

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No, because 8 + 10 is not greater than 19.

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CCSS.7.G.A.2

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What is the relationship between the angles and sides of a triangle?

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The largest angle is opposite the longest side, and the smallest angle is opposite the shortest side.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10

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Can a triangle have sides with lengths 4 m, 5 m, and 9 m?

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No, because 4 + 5 is not greater than 9.

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CCSS.7.G.A.2

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What is the largest angle in a triangle with angles ∠D, ∠E, and ∠F?

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∠E is the largest angle.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10

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If one angle of a triangle is 90 degrees, what type of triangle is it?

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It is a right triangle.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What is an obtuse triangle?

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An obtuse triangle is a triangle that has one angle greater than 90 degrees.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What is an acute triangle?

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An acute triangle is a triangle where all angles are less than 90 degrees.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What is the sum of the angles in any triangle?

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The sum of the angles in any triangle is always 180 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5