SOLUTION: Can you help me with this question? I don't think it is possible. However, I do not know how to prove it or explain it. Is it possible to draw a triangle with sides of lengths 1 c

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Question 288710: Can you help me with this question? I don't think it is possible. However, I do not know how to prove it or explain it.
Is it possible to draw a triangle with sides of lengths 1 cm, 7 cm, and 8 cm? Why or why not?

Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Why would it be impossible?