Inequalities in One Triangle

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

Back

In a triangle, the largest angle is opposite the longest side, and the smallest angle is opposite the shortest side.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10

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How do you determine the largest angle in a triangle?

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The largest angle in a triangle is located across from the longest side.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10

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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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Can a triangle be formed with sides of lengths 10, 9, and 2?

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No, because 10 + 2 is not greater than 9.

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CCSS.7.G.A.2

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If two angles of a triangle are known, how can you find the third angle?

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The third angle can be found by subtracting the sum of the known angles from 180 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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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 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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How do you order the sides of a triangle based on their lengths?

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Order the sides from greatest to least based on the corresponding angles: the largest angle is opposite the longest side.

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What is an acute triangle?

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An acute triangle is a triangle where all three angles are less than 90 degrees.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What is an obtuse triangle?

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An obtuse triangle is a triangle that has one angle greater than 90 degrees.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What is a right triangle?

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A right triangle is a triangle that has one angle equal to 90 degrees.