Question

Do the side lengths 4, 8, and 10 form a triangle? Select the correct answer and reasoning. Question 9 options: A) No, because 4 + 8 is greater than 10. B) No, because the third side length is greater than the sum of the other two side lengths. C) Yes, because the sum of any two side lengths is greater than the third side length. D) Yes, because the sum of all three side lengths is greater than 20.

Answer 1

Answer:C

Step-by-step explanation:The side lengths of the triangle is 4, 8 and 10. To check if the sides form a triangle, see if the following inequalities hold true:

4

+

8

?

>

10

4

+

10

?

>

8

10

+

8

?

>

4

12

✓

>

10

14

✓

>

8

18

✓

>

4