Polygons & Congruence

Front

What is a polygon?

Back

A polygon is a 2-dimensional shape made of straight lines, and the shape is 'closed' (all the lines connect up).

Front

What are the characteristics of a polygon?

Back

Polygons have angles, vertices, and are closed shapes.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a polygon's characteristic? Options: Angles, Close Shape, Vertex, Open Shape

Back

Open Shape.

Front

How many sides does a polygon need to have?

Back

A polygon must have at least three sides.

Front

What is a regular polygon?

Back

A regular polygon is a polygon with all sides and angles congruent.

Front

What is an irregular polygon?

Back

An irregular polygon is a polygon that does not have all sides and angles equal.

Front

Can a polygon have curved sides?

Back

No, a polygon must have straight sides.

Front

What is a vertex in a polygon?

Back

A vertex is a point where two sides of a polygon meet.

Front

What is the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?

Back

The sum of the interior angles of a triangle is 180 degrees.

Front

What is the sum of the interior angles of a quadrilateral?

Back

The sum of the interior angles of a quadrilateral is 360 degrees.