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for arbitrary quadrangle, if we know four side and one diagonal, can we know another diagonal? how?
The diagonal of an arbitrary quadrangle can be found by using the Pythagorean theorem. First, determine the length of both diagonals of the quadrangle. Then, use the formula c² = a² + b², where c represents the length of the diagonal and a and b represent the lengths of the other two sides of the quadrangle. Finally, solve for c to find the length of the diagonal.
An arbitrary quadrangle is a four-sided polygon with no specific properties or restrictions. It can have any shape, size, or orientation, as long as it has four sides and four angles.
No, the diagonal of an arbitrary quadrangle cannot be found without knowing the lengths of the other two diagonals. The Pythagorean theorem requires the lengths of all three sides of a right triangle to solve for the missing length.
Yes, there are other methods for finding the diagonal of an arbitrary quadrangle, such as using trigonometric ratios or the law of cosines. However, the Pythagorean theorem is the simplest and most commonly used method.
No, it is not possible for an arbitrary quadrangle to not have a diagonal. Every quadrangle, by definition, has four sides and four angles, and therefore must have at least two diagonals connecting opposite corners.