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OpenStudy (anonymous):

A triangle has two sides that have lengths of 16 inches and 28 inches. Which of the following lengths could not represent the third side? a. 12 b. 26 c. 33 d. 40

OpenStudy (zarkon):

12

OpenStudy (anonymous):

The above answer is correct, but if you're in need of an explanation, any two side lengths of a triangle added together must be greater than the other side. So, 12+16=28, but it would have to be greater than 28.

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