Answer:
[tex]\text{28}[/tex]
Explanation:
[tex]\text{The third side should be greater than the sum of 19 and 8, i.e. 27. Hence, the}\\\text{smallest possible whole number length will be 28.}[/tex]
[tex]\text{This is based on a theorem that states }\\\text{The sum of any two sides of a triangle is always greater than the third side.}[/tex]
