SOLUTION: A triangle has two sides that measure 23 ft and 30 ft. Which could be the measure of the third side? A. 5 ft B. 7 ft C. 10 ft D. 53 ft

Question 732176: A triangle has two sides that measure 23 ft and 30 ft. Which could be the measure of the third side?
A. 5 ft
B. 7 ft
C. 10 ft
D. 53 ft
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
A triangle has two sides that measure 23 ft and 30 ft. Which could be the measure of the third side?
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Ans: 30-23 < 3rd side < 23+30
7 < 3rd side < 40
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Ans: C
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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A. 5 ft
B. 7 ft
C. 10 ft
D. 53 ft

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