Question

the figure is a parallelogram. one diagonal measures 28 units.

is the figure a rectangle? explain.

• no, it is not a rectangle because the diagonals are congruent.
• no, it is not a rectangle because the sides of the parallelogram do not meet at right angles.
• yes, it is a rectangle because the diagonals are congruent.
• yes, it is a rectangle because the sides of the parallelogram do meet at right angles.

Explanation:

Identify the given dimensions

Using the Pythagorean Theorem and Properties of Rectangles knowledge points
The figure is a parallelogram with side lengths \(a = 20\) and \(b = 21\). One diagonal is given as \(d = 28\).

Test for right angles

Using the Pythagorean Theorem knowledge point

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Determine if the figure is a rectangle

Using the Properties of Rectangles knowledge point
Since the side lengths and diagonal do not satisfy the Pythagorean theorem, the adjacent sides do not meet at right angles. Therefore, the parallelogram is not a rectangle.

Answer:

• No, it is not a rectangle because the diagonals are congruent.
• No, it is not a rectangle because the sides of the parallelogram do not meet at right angles. (Correct answer)
• Yes, it is a rectangle because the diagonals are congruent.
• Yes, it is a rectangle because the sides of the parallelogram do meet at right angles.