Inequality in a Triangle

Identify the shortest side measure.

• QP

• QM

• MP

Determine if it is possible to form a triangle with the given side lengths. 15 in., 12 in., 2 in.

• yes

• no

Identify the largest angle.

• ∠N

• ∠Q

• ∠P

Two sides of a triangle have side lengths of 17 meters and 12 meters.  What is the range of possible lengths for the third side?

• 12 < x < 17

• 12 < x < 29

• 5 < x < 17

• 5 < x < 29

Order the sides from greatest to least

• a , b , c

• b , c , a

• c , b , a

• a , c , b

Does a triangle with these side lengths exist?

• Yes

• No

• I don't know.

• Cannot be determined

Identify the longest side measure.

• AC

• BA

• BC

What is the range of values of x for a triangle's third side given side measures of 8 and 15?

• between 8 and 15

• between 7 and 23

• less than 7, greater than 23

What is the range of values of x for a triangle's third side given side measures of 4 and 12?

• between 8 and 16

• less than 4, greater than 12

• between 4 and 12

Order the angles from greatest to least. 

• a, b ,c

• a , c, b

• c , b , a

• b , c , a