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19. the first side of a triangle measures 4in less than the second side, the third side is 3 in more than the first side, and the perimeter is 15 in. how long is the third side
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19 The First Side Of A Triangle Measures 4in Less Than The Second Side The Third Side Is 3 In More Than The First Side And The Perimeter Is 15 In How Long Is Th class=

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Answer:

the third side is 5 2/3 in.

s - 1

Step-by-step explanation:

a = side 1

b = side 2

c = side 3

a + b + c = 15

a = b - 4 => b = a + 4

c = a + 3

a + a + 4 + a + 3 = 15

3a + 7 = 15

3a = 8

a = 8/3 = 2 2/3 in

b = a + 4 = 6 2/3 in

c = a + 3 = 5 2/3 in