Display Title
Definition--Quadrilateral Concepts--Area of a Rectangle
Display Title
Definition--Quadrilateral Concepts--Area of a Rectangle
Area of a Rectangle
Topic
Quadrilaterals
Definition
The area of a rectangle is computed as length times width.
Description
The area of a rectangle is a foundational concept in geometry, widely utilized in various real-world applications including furniture design and urban planning. The area is given by the formula A = length × width. Grasping this concept provides a basic understanding of spatial relationships essential in mathematics, which is vital for students to progress in their math education.
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| Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.B.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.B.4, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.G.A.1 |
|---|---|
| Grade Range | 3 - 8 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Geometry • Quadrilaterals • Definition of a Quadrilateral |
| Copyright Year | 2021 |
| Keywords | quadrilateral, polygon, definitions, glossary term |
