The triangle inequality theorem states that the sum of any two sides …

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The triangle inequality theorem states that the sum of any two sides of a triangle must be greater than the length of the third side. If a triangle has side lengths of

7

and

10

, which inequality represents the possible lengths,

x

, of the third side of the triangle?

x < 17

x > 17

3 < x < 17

x < 3 or x > 17