Q:

Two sides of a triangle measure 15 inches and 18 inches, respectively. which of these is not a possible length for the third side of the triangle?a.4 inchesb.18 inchesc.24 inchesd.36 inches

Accepted Solution

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Answer:Option d. 36 inchesStep-by-step explanation:As we know in a triangle if the measurement of two sides are given then third side of the triangle should be less than the sum of these two sides. Otherwise construction of a triangle is not possible. Here two sides are 15 inches and 18 inches so third side of the triangle should be less than 18+15 = 33.Third side < 33Therefore third side with the measurement of 36 inches is not possible.Option d. 36 inches is the answer.