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A student states that the lengths of 3, 2, and 1 can be the sides of a triangle because 3 plus 2 is greater than 1. Determine if the student is correct. Explain your reasoning

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Answer: The student is incorrect

Step-by-step explanation: A triangle may be possible if its two longest sides have a difference less than the length of the shortest side, otherwise the last side won't enclose the area of the triangle. We cannot join lengths of 3, 2, and 1 units without forming a straight line, which does not classify as a triangle.

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