S.1

Triangle Inequality

Decide whether three lengths make a triangle, and find the possible lengths of a third side.

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Medium
Problems
Daniel Math Academy · Grade 6 Math

Triangle Inequality

Skill S.1 · Triangles & polygons · ★★☆ Medium

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Answer each question.

Example

and , so no

Think: The two shorter sides must add up to more than the longest side, or they can't meet.

  1. 1
    Can sides of , , and centimeters form a triangle? 
  2. 2
    Can sides of , , and feet form a triangle? 
  3. 3
    Can sides of , , and centimeters form a triangle? 
  4. 4
    Can sides of , , and feet form a triangle? 
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Daniel Math Academy · Grade 6 Math

Answer Key

S.1 Triangle Inequality · ★★☆ Medium

  1. 1no
  2. 2yes
  3. 3no
  4. 4no
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