A quadrilateral with exactly one pair of parallel sides is known as a trapezium. This shape is distinct from other quadrilaterals like parallelograms and rectangles, which have two pairs of parallel sides.
Characteristics of a Trapezium
- One pair of opposite sides is parallel.
- The other pair of sides can be of different lengths.
- Angles can vary, but the parallel sides create a unique shape.
Comparison with Other Quadrilaterals
Unlike a parallelogram or rectangle, which have two pairs of parallel sides, a trapezium stands out due to its single pair of parallel sides. A kite, on the other hand, has two pairs of adjacent sides that are equal but does not have parallel sides.