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Reason. The sum of the two shorter sides MUSR be longer than the longest side.
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Could the segments 9 8 17 form a triangle?
No, they could only form a straight line.
Is 20 10 9 a triangle?
No because the given dimensions would not form a triangle.
Could the segment 9 7 and 16 form a triangle?
No they could not.
Do the side lengths 9 15 and 12 form a right triangle?
Yes they do. We find this by applying the pythagorean theorum. Since 9^2 + 12^2 = 15^2, they form a right triangle.
Can the lengths 5 9 and 14 form a triangle?
No because to form a triangle the sum of its two smaller sides must be greater than its longest side
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