Math Problem Statement

In the figure, ABCD is a rectangle. Find the length of diagonal BD.

Solution

The image shows a quadrilateral ABCDABCD with diagonal BDBD. We have the following lengths given:

  • BC=65 cmBC = 65 \text{ cm}
  • CD=60 cmCD = 60 \text{ cm}

To find the length of the diagonal BDBD, we need to know the type of quadrilateral or any additional information about the angles or other side lengths. Without that, there are multiple possibilities for the length of BDBD depending on the shape and properties of the quadrilateral.

  1. Do we know if ABCDABCD is a rectangle, parallelogram, rhombus, or any other specific type of quadrilateral?
  2. Are there any given angles in the quadrilateral that can help determine the length of BDBD?
  3. Is there any additional information on the lengths of ABAB and ADAD?
  4. Can you confirm if the quadrilateral has any lines of symmetry or equal sides?
  5. Is the diagonal BDBD perpendicular to any of the sides?

Tip: In many cases involving quadrilaterals, knowing the type of quadrilateral greatly simplifies the calculations, as different properties can be used to determine unknown lengths or angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Pythagoras Theorem
Rectangles

Formulas

Diagonal of a rectangle: BD = √(BC^2 + CD^2)

Theorems

Pythagorean Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8