Why are triangles the most stable shape in construction/engineering?

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Why are triangles the most stable shape in construction/engineering?

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It’s because equilateral triangles can take a point load and spread that force/stress/strain evenly across its upright members and its base. Its also the only shape that remains if its corners were hinges.

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