Display Title
Definition--Quadrilateral Concepts--Similar Quadrilaterals
Display Title
Definition--Quadrilateral Concepts--Similar Quadrilaterals
Similar Quadrilaterals
Topic
Quadrilaterals
Definition
Similar quadrilaterals are quadrilaterals that have the same shape but different sizes.
Description
Understanding similar quadrilaterals profoundly impacts students' comprehension of proportional reasoning and geometric transformations. This concept finds applications in scaling models in architecture and art. Recognizing the properties of similarity aids students as they develop critical skills that are fundamental for success in later math courses, particularly in geometry and trigonometry.
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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 |
