Inv 3.1 Building Triangles

Focus Questions:
What combinations of three side lengths can be used to make a triangle? How many different shapes are possible for such a combination of side lengths?

Additional questions: 
Are there special conditions for the side lengths of a triangle?
Can a triangle be built with any three side lengths? Explain.



Helpful Links:

Click here to access the virtual polystrips

Link to Math Warehouse Triangles sides and angles.


Students working with Polystrips today to find out what combinations of side lengths will create triangles.

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