3 Sides Given: Problem Solving & Reasoning
Mathematics
Year 9
16 questions
~32 mins
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A worksheet focused on constructing triangles when all three sides are given, emphasizing problem solving and reasoning skills for Year 9 students.
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3 Sides Given: Problem Solving & Reasoning
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Grade Year 9
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Fluency & Practice
Use your ruler and compass to construct triangles with the given sides. Show all steps clearly.
1.
Construct a triangle with sides of length 5 cm, 7 cm, and 8 cm. Label the vertices.
[3 marks]2.
Using the given sides of 6 cm, 9 cm, and 10 cm, verify if such a triangle is possible. Explain your reasoning.
[3 marks]3.
Construct a triangle with sides 4 cm, 6 cm, and 9 cm. Is this possible? Justify your answer.
[2 marks]4.
Construct a triangle with sides 3.5 cm, 4.2 cm, and 5.0 cm. Show all steps.
[4 marks]B
Problem Solving & Reasoning
Solve these multi-step problems involving triangle construction and reasoning. Write explanations where required.
1.
Given three sides of lengths 8 cm, 10 cm, and 12 cm, construct the triangle. Then, determine if the triangle is acute, right-angled, or obtuse. Show your working.
[5 marks]2.
A triangle has sides of 7 cm, 9 cm, and 11 cm. If the longest side is increased by 2 cm, will the sides still form a triangle? Explain.
[4 marks]3.
Construct a triangle with sides 6 cm, 8 cm, and 10 cm. Verify if it is a right triangle.
[3 marks]4.
Explain why sides 5 cm, 7 cm, and 13 cm cannot form a triangle.
[2 marks]C
Real-world Applications
Apply your understanding to these practical problems involving triangle construction.
1.
A surveyor needs to construct a triangular plot with sides measuring 12 m, 15 m, and 20 m. Describe the steps they would take to construct this triangle accurately.
[4 marks]2.
A builder needs to frame a triangular support with sides of 3 m, 4 m, and 5 m. Explain why it is important to verify side lengths before construction.
[3 marks]D
Challenge & Extension
Attempt these more difficult problems to extend your understanding of triangle construction.
1.
Construct a triangle with sides of lengths 9 cm, 12 cm, and 15 cm. Confirm whether it is a right triangle and explain your reasoning.
[4 marks]2.
Given sides 7 cm, 24 cm, and 25 cm, determine if the triangle is scalene, isosceles, or equilateral. Justify your answer.
[4 marks]E
Mixed Review
Answer a variety of questions to consolidate your understanding of constructing triangles from given sides.
1.
Construct a triangle with sides of 6.5 cm, 7.2 cm, and 8.1 cm. Show all steps.
[4 marks]2.
Construct a triangle with sides 5 cm, 6 cm, and 11 cm. Is this possible? Explain and justify.
[3 marks]F
Error Analysis
Review the common mistakes in triangle construction and reasoning. Identify and correct the errors.
1.
A student claims they can construct a triangle with sides 3 cm, 4 cm, and 8 cm. Explain what mistake they made and why this is not possible.
[3 marks]2.
A student draws two sides of lengths 5 cm and 7 cm, then tries to construct the third side as 10 cm. Explain why this does not form a triangle.
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- 1/1/2026
- Updated
- 1/1/2026
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