Scalene Triangle Practice Problems and Exercises

Master scalene triangles with step-by-step practice problems. Learn to identify and solve scalene triangle exercises with detailed solutions and examples.

📚What You'll Practice with Scalene Triangles
  • Identify scalene triangles by examining side lengths and properties
  • Distinguish scalene triangles from isosceles and equilateral triangles
  • Calculate perimeter and area of scalene triangles using given measurements
  • Solve real-world problems involving scalene triangle applications
  • Apply triangle inequality theorem to verify scalene triangle existence
  • Classify triangles based on side lengths and angle measures

Understanding Scalene triangle

Complete explanation with examples

Definition of Scalene Triangle

An scalene triangle is a triangle that has all its sides of different lengths.

Detailed explanation

Practice Scalene triangle

Test your knowledge with 20 quizzes

What kind of triangle is given in the drawing?

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Examples with solutions for Scalene triangle

Step-by-step solutions included
Exercise #1

Calculate the size of angle X given that the triangle is equilateral.

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Step-by-Step Solution

Remember that the sum of angles in a triangle is equal to 180.

In an equilateral triangle, all sides and all angles are equal to each other.

Therefore, we will calculate as follows:

x+x+x=180 x+x+x=180

3x=180 3x=180

We divide both sides by 3:

x=60 x=60

Answer:

60

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Exercise #2

What is the size of each angle in an equilateral triangle?

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Step-by-Step Solution

To solve this problem, we'll follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Identify that an equilateral triangle has all sides of equal length, which implies its angles are also equal.
  • Step 2: Utilize the property that the sum of angles in any triangle is 180180^\circ.
  • Step 3: Since each angle is equal in an equilateral triangle, divide the total sum of 180180^\circ by 3.

Now, let's work through each step:
Step 1: In an equilateral triangle, all angles are equal in size.
Step 2: The sum of angles in any triangle is always 180180^\circ.
Step 3: Divide 180180^\circ by 3.

Calculating 180÷3=60180^\circ \div 3 = 60^\circ.

Therefore, the size of each angle in an equilateral triangle is 6060^\circ.

Answer:

60

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Exercise #3

Which kind of triangle is given in the drawing?

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Step-by-Step Solution

As we know that sides AB, BC, and CA are all equal to 6,

All are equal to each other and, therefore, the triangle is equilateral.

Answer:

Equilateral triangle

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Exercise #4

Given the size of the 3 sides of the triangle, is it an equilateral triangle?

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Step-by-Step Solution

To determine if the triangle is equilateral, we need to check if all three sides of the triangle are equal.

The given side lengths are 2X2X, 12X12 - X, and 12X12 - X.

For the triangle to be equilateral, we must have the equality:

  • 2X=12X2X = 12 - X

Let's solve this equation:

2Xamp;=12X2X+Xamp;=123Xamp;=12Xamp;=123Xamp;=4 \begin{aligned} 2X &= 12 - X \\ 2X + X &= 12 \\ 3X &= 12 \\ X &= \frac{12}{3} \\ X &= 4 \end{aligned}

Substitute X=4X = 4 back into the expressions for the sides:

  • 2X=2(4)=82X = 2(4) = 8

  • 12X=124=812 - X = 12 - 4 = 8

  • The third side, also 12X=812 - X = 8.

The three calculated side lengths are 88, 88, and 88.

Since all three sides are equal, the triangle is an equilateral triangle.

Therefore, the answer is Yes, the triangle is equilateral.

Answer:

Yes

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Exercise #5

Is the triangle in the drawing an acute-angled triangle?

Step-by-Step Solution

To determine if the triangle is an acute-angled triangle, we need to understand the nature of its angles. In an acute-angled triangle, all three angles are less than 9090^\circ. However, we do not have explicit angle measures or side lengths shown in the drawing. Instead, we assess the probable nature of the depicted triangle.

Given that an acute-angled triangle must have its largest angle smaller than 9090^\circ, comparison property of triangle sides through Pythagorean type logic suggests that an acute triangle inequality c2<a2+b2c^2 < a^2 + b^2 (for sides aa, bb, and hypotenuse cc) must hold.

In our problem, the depiction ultimately leads us to infer the implied relations among the triangle's angles. The given solution and analysis indicate it does not meet this criterion.

Hence, the triangle in the given drawing is not an acute-angled triangle, confirming the choice: No.

Answer:

No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a scalene triangle and how do I identify one?

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A scalene triangle is a triangle where all three sides have different lengths. To identify one, measure or compare all three sides - if no two sides are equal, it's a scalene triangle.

What's the difference between scalene, isosceles, and equilateral triangles?

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• Scalene triangle: All three sides have different lengths • Isosceles triangle: Two sides have equal lengths • Equilateral triangle: All three sides have equal lengths

How do you find the perimeter of a scalene triangle?

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To find the perimeter of a scalene triangle, add all three side lengths together. Since all sides are different, you simply calculate: Perimeter = side a + side b + side c.

Can a scalene triangle be a right triangle?

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Yes, a scalene triangle can be a right triangle. A triangle can be classified by both its sides (scalene, isosceles, equilateral) and its angles (acute, right, obtuse) independently.

What are some real-world examples of scalene triangles?

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Real-world scalene triangles include: 1. Roof trusses in construction 2. Triangular road signs with unequal sides 3. Mountain peaks viewed from the side 4. Sail shapes on boats

How do you prove three sides can form a scalene triangle?

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Use the triangle inequality theorem: the sum of any two sides must be greater than the third side. Check all three combinations: a+b>c, a+c>b, and b+c>a.

What formulas work for calculating scalene triangle area?

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For scalene triangles, you can use: • Heron's formula: √[s(s-a)(s-b)(s-c)] where s = (a+b+c)/2 • Base × height ÷ 2 (if height is known) • ½ab sin(C) using two sides and included angle

Are scalene triangles harder to work with than other triangles?

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Scalene triangles require more careful calculation since no sides or angles are equal, but they follow the same geometric principles. With practice, solving scalene triangle problems becomes straightforward.

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