Question

If a triangle has side lengths of 5.6 yards, 7.1 yards, and x yards, find the range of possible values of x.

A.
1.5 < x < 12.7
B.
0 < x < 12.7
C.
0 < x < 1.5
D.
x > 1.5

Answer 1

Try making a few drawings; you'll probably be able to see the answer logically.

Hint: the answer is one of the options, but I can't just give it to you.

Answer 2

The sum of any 2 sides of a triangle is greater than the third side. This is the condition for triangle to exist.