Inv 3.1

Focus Questions: What combinations of three side lengths can be used to make a triangle? How many different shapes are possible for such a combination of side lengths?

Additional questions:  

• Are there special conditions for the side lengths of a triangle?  
• Can a triangle be built with any three side lengths?  Explain.

Click here to access the virtual polystrips

Link to Math Warehouse Triangles sides and angles.

Here are some images of our kids using the polystrips.