Composing Polygons from Triangles - Correct Answers
Task
Form the following polygons using the triangles in the applet. Draw on your worksheet the polygons with complete labels and dimensions.
Here are some possible solutions for this task.
Polygon #1
Form a triangle.
A triangle is a polygon with three straight sides that meet at three corners, called vertices.
Triangle Solution #1
Triangle Solution #2
Triangle Solution #3
Polygon #2
Form a square.
Square is a quadrilateral with four equal sides and four equal angles.
Square Solution #1
Square Solution #2
Polygon #3
Form a parallelogram.
A parallelogram is a quadrilateral with two pairs of opposite sides that are equal in length, and its opposite angles are also equal in measure.
Parallelogram Solution #1
Parallelogram Solution #1
