Does a trapezoid have perpendicular sides?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether a trapezoid, a specific type of quadrilateral, can have sides that are perpendicular to each other. This involves understanding the properties of trapezoids and how their sides are arranged.
Answer
Yes, a right trapezoid has one pair of perpendicular sides.
Yes, a right trapezoid has one pair of perpendicular sides.
Answer for screen readers
Yes, a right trapezoid has one pair of perpendicular sides.
More Information
A right trapezoid has one pair of sides that are perpendicular to each other, forming right angles.
Tips
One common mistake is assuming that all trapezoids have perpendicular sides, which is not true. Only right trapezoids have this property.
Sources
- Perpendicular Sides of Shapes and Line Segments - study.com
- Trapezoids and Perpendicular Sides - Ask Professor Puzzler - theproblemsite.com
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