Which of the following set of measurements is not possible to construct a triangle ?
Which of the following set of measurements is not possible to construct a triangle ?
A) 5 cm, 8 cm, 4 cm
B) 5 cm, 4 cm, 3 cm
C) 7 cm, 5 cm, 3 cm
D) 5 cm, 8 cm, 1 cm
4 views
2 Answers
Correct option is (D) 5 cm, 8 cm, 1 cm
Since, sum of any two sides in a triangle is always greater than the third side.
\(\because\) 5 cm + 1 cm = 6 cm < 8 cm
\(\therefore\) Sides of 5 cm, 1 cm and 8 cm do not form any triangle.
4 views
Answered