A triangle has side lengths represented by the expressions 2x + 1,4x-5, and x + 1. 1. Use the triangle inequality theorem to set up and solve three inequalities. 2. Find the possible range of values for x that satisfy the triangle inequality theorem.

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A triangle has side lengths represented by the expressions 2x + 1, 4x- 5, and x + 1.
1. Use the triangle inequality theorem to set up and solve three inequalities.
2. Find the possible range of values for x that satisfy the triangle inequality theorem.
Transcribed Image Text:A triangle has side lengths represented by the expressions 2x + 1, 4x- 5, and x + 1. 1. Use the triangle inequality theorem to set up and solve three inequalities. 2. Find the possible range of values for x that satisfy the triangle inequality theorem.
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