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Diagonal of a rectangle are equal and perpendicular. Is this statement true? Give reason for your answer?

Aniket Singh , 7 Months ago
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The statement that the diagonals of a rectangle are equal and perpendicular is not entirely accurate. Let's break it down.

Understanding Diagonals in a Rectangle

In a rectangle:

  • Equal Lengths: The diagonals are indeed equal in length. This is because a rectangle has opposite sides that are equal, and the diagonals bisect each other.
  • Perpendicularity: However, the diagonals are not perpendicular. They intersect at their midpoints but do not form right angles with each other.

Conclusion

So, while the diagonals of a rectangle are equal, they are not perpendicular. This characteristic distinguishes rectangles from other shapes, like rhombuses, where the diagonals are both equal and perpendicular.

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