Math Problem Statement

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Please solve the triangle problem by ordering the angles based on their relative sizes.

Solution

To solve the problem, we will apply the triangle inequality properties and the law of cosines to determine the relative sizes of the angles in this triangle.

Given:

  • Side opposite A=16\angle A = 16 (BC)
  • Side opposite B=10\angle B = 10 (AC)
  • Side opposite C=14\angle C = 14 (AB)

Key Principle:

  • In a triangle, the larger the side opposite an angle, the larger the angle itself.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Ordering by sides:

    • A\angle A is opposite the largest side (16), so it is the largest angle.
    • B\angle B is opposite the smallest side (10), so it is the smallest angle.
    • C\angle C is opposite the medium side (14), so it is the middle angle.
  2. Final order of angles from smallest to largest: B<C<A\angle B < \angle C < \angle A

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Triangle inequality
Law of Cosines
Properties of triangles

Formulas

a^2 = b^2 + c^2 - 2bc * cos(A)

Theorems

Triangle inequality theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-10