Which terms describe this shape? Choose all that apply.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to classify a given shape by selecting correct descriptions from a list. It specifically seeks to determine which terms accurately describe the characteristics of the drawn shape.
Answer
The shape is classified as a quadrilateral.
Answer for screen readers
The terms that describe the shape are:
- quadrilateral
Steps to Solve
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Identify the number of sides The given shape is a polygon with four sides. This confirms that it is classified as a quadrilateral.
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Check for parallel sides Determine if the shape has any pairs of parallel sides. In this case, the shape appears to have no parallel sides, so it does not meet the criteria for being a rectangle or a rhombus.
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Evaluate shape properties
- Rectangle: A rectangle has opposite sides that are equal and all angles are right angles. This shape does not meet those criteria.
- Rhombus: A rhombus has all sides equal in length, but this shape does not look like it has equal sides.
- Square: A square has all sides equal and all angles right. This shape does not qualify as a square.
- Quadrilateral: Since the shape has four sides, it qualifies as a quadrilateral.
- Select the correct options Based on the evaluations, the only term that accurately describes the shape is quadrilateral.
The terms that describe the shape are:
- quadrilateral
More Information
A quadrilateral is any four-sided polygon. The specific terms rectangle, rhombus, and square refer to shapes with additional properties that this shape does not possess.
Tips
- Incorrectly identifying rectangles and rhombuses: Students may mistakenly consider shapes as rectangles or rhombuses based on angles or side lengths without proper checks for properties like parallel sides.
- Confusing squares with other quadrilaterals: It's easy to assume a shape is a square if it looks symmetrical, but the side lengths must be checked.
