Question

Tell if the measures 10, 12, and 16 can be the side lengths of a triangle. If so, classify the triangle as acute, obtuse, or right.

Answer 1

Yes, acute

Explanation:

Because 10 and 12 add up to more than 16, it is possible to construct an acute triangle with these side lengths. Since 10^2 + 12^2 ≠ 16^2, we know that any triangle so constructed will not be a right triangle.