Today we are exploring real world examples of trapezoids.
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A trapezoid is a 4-sided flat shape with straight sides that has a pair of opposite sides parallel.
A trapezoid:
â–¶ï¸ has a pair of parallel sides
â–¶ï¸is an isosceles trapezoid when it has equal angles from a parallel side
â–¶ï¸ is called a "trapezium" in the UK.
Trapezoids are everywhere! Even a popcorn box can be made up of trapezoids! _________________________________
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