Understanding Triangles: Classification
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A triangle is a shape with three sides. If all sides are equal, it's an equilateral triangle. If two sides are equal, it's an isosceles triangle, and if no sides are equal, it's a scalene triangle.
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Which type of triangle has all sides congruent?
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You need to build a triangular garden. What type of triangle maximizes space with equal sides?
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If a triangle has angles measuring $30^\circ$, $60^\circ$, and $90^\circ$, what type is it?
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If $\triangle ABC$ has sides $AB = 7$, $BC = 5$, and $CA = 10$, what type is it?
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