A trapezium, also known as a trapezoid, is a quadrilateral with at least one pair of parallel sides.
Here's how to identify a trapezium:
Key Characteristics:
- Two Parallel Sides: The most crucial feature is the presence of two parallel sides. These sides will never intersect, no matter how far you extend them.
- Non-Parallel Sides: The other two sides of the trapezium do not have to be parallel. They can be of different lengths and angles.
- Four Sides: A trapezium is a quadrilateral, meaning it always has four sides.
Examples:
- Isosceles Trapezium: This type of trapezium has two equal non-parallel sides.
- Right Trapezium: This type has at least one right angle where the parallel sides meet a non-parallel side.
Identifying a Trapezium:
- Check for Parallel Sides: Look for two sides that are always the same distance apart, no matter where you measure them.
- Count the Sides: Make sure there are four sides in total.
Remember: A trapezium can be any shape, as long as it has two parallel sides and four sides in total.
