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Question 4 • Mathematics II

Which are the possible side lengths of a triangle?

Answer
A
4 cm, 8 cm, 10 cm
B
8 cm, 10 cm, 18 cm
C
6 cm, 9 cm, 17 cm
D
3 cm, 5 cm, 9 cm

Explanation

For three lengths to form a triangle, the sum of the two shorter lengths must be greater than the longest length. In choice C, 4 + 8 = 12, which is greater than 10, so these lengths can form a triangle. In each other choice, the two shorter lengths add to less than or equal to the longest length.

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