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What is a parallelogram?

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A parallelogram is a quadrilateral with opposite sides that are both parallel and equal in length.

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What are the properties of a parallelogram?

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1. Opposite sides are equal. 2. Opposite angles are equal. 3. Diagonals bisect each other. 4. Consecutive angles are supplementary.

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How can you determine if a quadrilateral is a parallelogram?

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You can determine if a quadrilateral is a parallelogram by checking if either: 1. Opposite sides are equal, 2. Opposite angles are equal, 3. Diagonals bisect each other, or 4. One pair of opposite sides is both equal and parallel.

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What does CPCTC stand for?

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CPCTC stands for 'Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles are Congruent.' It is used in proofs involving triangles.

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What is the relationship between consecutive angles in a parallelogram?

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Consecutive angles in a parallelogram are supplementary, meaning they add up to 180 degrees.

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If one pair of opposite sides of a quadrilateral is both congruent and parallel, what can be concluded?

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The quadrilateral is a parallelogram.

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What is the significance of diagonals in a parallelogram?

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In a parallelogram, the diagonals bisect each other, meaning they cut each other in half.

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What is the definition of opposite angles in a parallelogram?

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Opposite angles in a parallelogram are angles that are across from each other and are equal in measure.

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Can a quadrilateral with only one pair of parallel sides be a parallelogram?

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No, a quadrilateral must have both pairs of opposite sides parallel to be classified as a parallelogram.

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What is the formula for the area of a parallelogram?

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The area of a parallelogram is calculated using the formula: Area = base × height.