Question

Read the following statements then decide if, when combined, they present a convincing argument. You may need to refer back to your Polygon Graphic Organizer as you consider the following statements and decide if the conclusion is correct. Be sure to justify your reasoning.

Fact #1: A square has four sides of equal length.

Fact #2: A square is a rectangle because it has four right angles.

Fact #3: A rhombus also has four sides of equal length.

Conclusion: A rhombus is a rectangle.

Answer 1

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Answer:

the conclusion is not justified. No statement is made regarding the angles of the rhombus

Explanation:

A square is a rectangle because of its right angles, not because of its equal-length sides. The rhombus having equal-length sides does not qualify it as a rectangle. The conclusion of the argument is unsupported.