Triangle Side Angle Relationship Exploration
As you complete the steps below, look for a pattern.
Move vertex A until side AB is the longest side. Which angle is the largest?
Move vertex A until side AC is the longest side. Which angle is the largest?
Move vertex B until side BC is the longest side. Which angle is the largest?
Move vertex A until side AB is the shortest side. Which angle is the smallest?
Move vertex A until side AC is the shortest side. Which angle is the smallest?
Move vertex B until side BC is the shortest side. Which angle is the smallest?