Two sides of a triangle each measure 8 inches.
Maria says the triangle must be isosceles. Is Maria correct? Explain.
A.
No; the third side could measure 9 inches or 7 inches, and the triangle would be scalene.
B.
Yes; an isosceles triangle has at least two sides that have equal measures.
C.
Yes; the third side could measure 9 inches, and the triangle would be equilateral.
D.
No; the third side of the triangle could be 8 inches, and the triangle would be acute.