Math Problem Statement
All rhombuses and squares are rectangles. true, or false
Solution
The statement "All rhombuses and squares are rectangles" is false.
Here's why:
- A rectangle is defined as a quadrilateral with four right angles (90°).
- A rhombus is defined as a quadrilateral with four equal sides, but not necessarily having right angles. Most rhombuses do not have four right angles, so not all rhombuses are rectangles.
- A square is a special type of rhombus that has four equal sides and four right angles. Since a square has four right angles, all squares are rectangles.
Conclusion:
- All squares are rectangles, but not all rhombuses are rectangles. Therefore, the statement is false.
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Here are five related questions:
- What are the main differences between a rectangle and a rhombus?
- Can a rectangle be classified as a square?
- How do the properties of a square differ from a rhombus?
- What conditions must a rhombus meet to also be classified as a rectangle?
- What are the properties that define a parallelogram?
Tip: When comparing different quadrilaterals, remember that definitions are hierarchical—some shapes (like squares) belong to more than one category (e
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Quadrilaterals
Rectangles
Rhombuses
Squares
Formulas
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Theorems
Properties of Rectangles
Properties of Rhombuses
Properties of Squares
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7
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