Math Problem Statement

Use the coordinates to prove or disprove the quadrilateral defined by points A=(-3,1), B=(4,8), C=(7,5), and D=(0,-2) is a rectangle.

Solution

I see that you’ve uploaded a few images related to proving or disproving whether a quadrilateral with specific coordinates is a rectangle. Based on the provided information, here’s the approach we can take to answer the questions regarding the quadrilateral:

Given the coordinates of the points A(-3,1), B(4,8), C(7,5), and D(0,-2), we need to:

  1. Find the midpoints of the diagonals.
  2. Determine if the diagonals bisect.
  3. Check the slopes of the sides to confirm if the quadrilateral has right angles.
  4. Calculate the lengths of the sides and diagonals.
  5. Check if the diagonals are congruent and the opposite sides are parallel.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Coordinate Geometry
Quadrilaterals
Slope
Distance Formula

Formulas

Midpoint Formula: ((x1 + x2)/2, (y1 + y2)/2)
Distance Formula: √((x2 - x1)^2 + (y2 - y1)^2)
Slope Formula: (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

Theorems

Properties of Rectangles
Diagonal Bisecting Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11