Math Problem Statement

A rectangle has vertices at these coordinates.

(−6, 3), (−6, 5), (2, 3)

What are the coordinates of the fourth vertex of the rectangle?

Enter the coordinates by filling in the boxes.

Solution

To determine the coordinates of the fourth vertex of the rectangle, we use the property that opposite sides of a rectangle are parallel and equal in length.

Steps:

  1. Identify the given vertices:

    • A(6,3)A(-6, 3)
    • B(6,5)B(-6, 5)
    • C(2,3)C(2, 3)
  2. Note that:

    • ABAB is vertical (same xx-coordinate, yy-values differ).
    • ACAC is horizontal (same yy-coordinate, xx-values differ).
    • The fourth vertex DD must be opposite BB, completing the rectangle.
  3. Since DD and BB are vertically aligned:

    • The xx-coordinate of DD must be the same as the xx-coordinate of CC, which is 22.
  4. Since DD and CC are horizontally aligned:

    • The yy-coordinate of DD must be the same as the yy-coordinate of BB, which is 55.

Final Answer:

The coordinates of the fourth vertex are: D(2,5)D(2, 5)

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Related Questions:

  1. How do we calculate the area of the rectangle given these vertices?
  2. How do you verify if four points form a rectangle using slopes?
  3. What are the lengths of the sides of this rectangle?
  4. How would this problem change if one vertex had non-integer coordinates?
  5. Can the midpoint formula be used to solve similar geometry problems?

Tip: Always double-check if opposite sides are parallel when working with rectangles on a coordinate plane!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Coordinate Geometry
Properties of Rectangles

Formulas

Opposite sides of a rectangle are equal and parallel

Theorems

Rectangles have equal opposite sides and right angles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8