SSAT Math Question 294: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 294

8. Which of the following could be the lengths of the sides of a triangle?

  • A. 1, 3, 4
  • B. 4, 5, 6
  • C. 4, 4, 8
  • D. 5, 8, 13

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

The answer is B

For any triangle, the Third Side Rule states that the length of a side must be greater than the sum of the other two sides and less than the difference of the other two sides. Apply this rule to the answer choices to determine which one passes the test.

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