the lengths of 2 sides of a triangle are 2 inches and 10 inches. find the range of possible lengths for the third side, s.

Answer 1

s+2 >10 AND s+10>2 AND 2+10>s
s > 8 and s > -8 and s < 12

so s has to be between 8 and 12

Answer 2

makes sence now. thanks so much!