What is a Rectangle?
A rectangle is a quadrilateral with four right angles. It is one of the most fundamental shapes in geometry, known for its simplicity and versatility. Rectangles can be classified as a type of parallelogram since opposite sides are parallel and equal in length.
Properties of Rectangles
- Opposite sides are equal and parallel.
- All angles are right angles (each measures 90 degrees).
- The diagonals of a rectangle are equal in length and they bisect each other.
- The area is calculated by multiplying the length by the width.