
Triangle Inequality Theorem
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Mathematics
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7th - 8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Triangle Inequality Theorem?
Back
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.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If a triangle has sides of lengths a, b, and c, what must be true?
Back
a + b > c, a + c > b, and b + c > a.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the shortest side in a triangle?
Back
The shortest side is the one opposite the smallest angle.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If the longest side of a triangle is 10, what can be said about the other two sides?
Back
The sum of the lengths of the other two sides must be greater than 10.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Given side lengths of 12 cm and 14 cm, what could be the length of the third side?
Back
The third side must be greater than |12 - 14| = 2 cm and less than 12 + 14 = 26 cm.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between angles and sides in a triangle?
Back
The largest angle is opposite the longest side, and the smallest angle is opposite the shortest side.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you determine the possible lengths of a triangle's sides?
Back
Use the Triangle Inequality Theorem: For any triangle with sides a, b, and c, the following must hold: a + b > c, a + c > b, b + c > a.
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