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the first side of the triangle is 4 cm longer than the second side. the third side is 3 times the second side. The perimeter is 44cm. how long is each side
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While solving this results in sides of 8 cm, 12 cm, and 24 cm, I must point out that such a triangle is IMPOSSIBLE to construct.
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document.write( "People need to do a much better job of forming these math problems. If a child who has yet to learn certain things made up such a problem, 
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document.write( "I'd understand, but I'd also show he/she why certain NONSENSICAL problems should be avoided.
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document.write( "When 2 of the lines are constructed, the 3rd will either be TOO SHORT to close the triangle, or TOO LONG, thereby extending one side beyond the CLOSING point. \n" );
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