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find x for a triangle 7 and 9

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To find \( x \) for a triangle with sides measuring 7 and 9, we need more information about the triangle. The variable \( x \) could represent various things, such as the length of the third side, an angle, the area, etc.

If you're asking for the third side of a triangle, we can apply the triangle inequality theorem, which states:

1. The sum of the lengths of any two sides must be greater than the length of the third side.

Given two sides are 7 and 9, we can express the possible conditions for the third side \( x \):

1. \( 7 + 9 > x \) → \( x < 16 \)
2. \( 7 + x > 9 \) → \( x > 2 \)
3. \( 9 + x > 7 \) → \( x > -2 \) (This condition is always satisfied if \( x > 2 \))

So, combining these inequalities, we find:

\[ 2 < x < 16 \]

If you're looking for something specific about the triangle, please provide more details!

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