SOLUTION: A triangle has two sides that measure 10 in. and 8 in. Which could be the measure of the third side?

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Question 828644: A triangle has two sides that measure 10 in. and 8 in. Which could be the measure of the third side?

Answer by josgarithmetic(39617)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Greater than 18 inches.
Reason: Triangle Inequality Theorem.

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