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Introduce the Triangle Challenge with First Set of Boards

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Triangle Tuesday

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What happens here

The presenter introduces the project by posing the question: "Can any 3 boards make a triangle?". He then presents three specific wooden boards, measuring 6 inches, 5 inches, and 24 inches, setting them up on a workbench to prepare for the initial demonstration.

Goal: Set up the initial scenario to challenge the misconception about triangle formation

Tools and materials

  • Wooden Board — representing the third side of the potential triangle, Wooden Board (5 inches) Unknown

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People think that any three boards can make a triangle. Well, let's get after it. I got a 6-in board, a 5-in board, and a 24-in board. Do these make a triangle? Obviously not, right? 5 + 6 = 11. That is smaller than 24. Now, what if they're equal? I got 12, 12, and 24. 12 + 12 = 24. Does that work?

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