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In any triangle, the side opposite the greater angle is:

Class 9Inequalities in a TriangleGeometry — Triangles
  • Athe longer side
  • Bthe shorter side
  • Cequal to the other sides
  • Dalways the base

Step-by-Step Solution

Theorem: In a triangle, the side opposite to the greater angle is longer. So a greater angle faces a longer side.
Answer: A) the longer side

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