Square

A square is a four-sided flat shape with four right angles and four equal sides. The sides of a square are all the same length, and the diagonals are equal in length and bisect each other at right angles. The area of a square is found by multiplying the length of one side by itself, and the perimeter of a square is found by adding up the lengths of all four sides.

Properties of a Square:

• Four equal sides
• Four right angles
• Diagonals are equal in length and bisect each other at right angles
• Area = side length × side length
• Perimeter = 4 × side length

For example, if a square has a side length of 5 units, then:

Area = 5 units × 5 units = 25 square units

Perimeter = 4 × 5 units = 20 units

Squares are commonly found in everyday objects, such as tiles, windows, and building structures. Understanding the properties and calculations related to squares is important in various mathematical and practical applications.

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