PLEASE HELP!! I will give BRAINLIEST!! What is the range of possible sizes for side x?

Answer:
.5 < x < 16.5
Step-by-step explanation:
The smallest x can be is greater than the difference of the other two sides
8.5 -8 = .5
The largest x can be the less than the sum of the two sides
8.5+8 = 16.5
.5 < x < 16.5