In $\triangle ABC$,$AB = 5\, cm$,$BC = 8\, cm$,and $CA = 7\, cm$. If $D$ and $E$ are respectively the mid-points of $AB$ and $BC$,determine the length of $DE$. (in $, cm$)

  • A
    $1.5$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $3.5$
  • D
    $4$

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