MM Triangle Theorems

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What is the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?

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The sum of the interior angles of a triangle is always 180°.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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If one angle of a triangle measures 90°, 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 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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How do you find the measure of the third angle in a triangle?

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Subtract the sum of the two known angles from 180°.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is an isosceles triangle?

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An isosceles triangle is a triangle that has at least two sides of equal length.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What is an equilateral triangle?

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An equilateral triangle is a triangle in which all three sides are of equal length and all three angles are equal to 60°.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What is a scalene triangle?

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A scalene triangle is a triangle in which all three sides are of different lengths.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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If two angles of a triangle are equal, what can be said about the sides opposite those angles?

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The sides opposite the equal angles are also equal in length.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the range of possible lengths for the third side of a triangle with sides measuring 4 mm and 7 mm?

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The length of the third side must be more than 3 mm but less than 11 mm.

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

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In a triangle, larger angles are opposite longer sides.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10