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Does the shape of the rectangle change if we gently push one of its sides?
Correct Answer
Yes, the shape of the rectangle changes if we gently push one of its sides. The rectangle can deform into a parallelogram because it is not a rigid shape like a triangle.
Exercise: Shapes with Straws | Q: 59 | (Page Page 14)
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Explanation
The chapter demonstrates that rectangles are not rigid shapes. When straws are connected to form a rectangle, the shape can be deformed by pushing on its sides, changing the angles from right angles to acute and obtuse angles.