ParaPro Assesment Practice Exam

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What distinguishes a square from a rectangle?

A square has four sides of different lengths
A square has all right angles
A square has all sides the same length
A square consists of only two equal sides

The correct answer is: A square has all sides the same length

A square is distinguished from a rectangle primarily by its defining characteristic of having all sides of equal length. This means that not only does a square have four sides, but every side is precisely the same in measurement. This property sets it apart from rectangles, which have opposite sides that can be of equal length but do not require all four sides to be equal. Thus, a square can be viewed as a specific type of rectangle where all sides are congruent. This unique feature of equal-length sides is fundamental in classifying squares within the broader category of quadrilaterals and helps to clarify their geometric properties relative to rectangles and other shapes.