Question

Can a triangle be formed by three segments of lengths of 2 inches,3inches, and 6inches? Explain why or why not...

Answer 1

Im pretty sure you can.

The rule should be that when you add two lengths together, it's greater than the third length.

Answer 2

well which one would be the third length?

Answer 3

Oh wait, you cant...

Answer 4

When you add 3 inches with 2 inches you get 5 inches right?

5 inches is less than the third length which is 6 inches.

Therefore, that triangle does not exist.

Answer 5

Thanx!

Answer 6

No problem (:

Answer 7

So if its greater than the 3rd length it cannot be a triangle?