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M.4.5.3 Vocab
Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Perimeter- | the distance around a two-dimensional figure |
| Area- | the number of square units needed to cover a surface or figure |
| Square Unit- | a square with side length of 1 unit; a measure of area |
| Formula- | a rule that uses symbols to show a relationship; used to find a value |
| Dimension- | a measurement of length, width, height of an object |
| Length- | is the distance from one end to the other end of an object |
| Rectangle- | a quadrilateral with 4 right angles and 2 sets of parallel sides |
| Square- | a quadrilateral with 4 right angles, 4 congruent sides and 2 sets of parallel sides; a special rectangle |
| Unit- | a quantity that is the standard of measurement |
| Polygon- | a two-dimensional shape with 3 or more straight sides |
| Congruent- | having the same size and shape |