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Impossible Triangle?
For a right triangle, a^2+b^2=c^2.
'c' is always the hypotenuse (longest side) while 'a' and 'b' are called the legs.
Knowing this, can a triangle be made from sides of 11, 14, and 20?
'c' is always the hypotenuse (longest side) while 'a' and 'b' are called the legs.
Knowing this, can a triangle be made from sides of 11, 14, and 20?
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Yes; however it will not be a right triangle.Hide Hint Show Hint Hide Answer Show Answer
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