Question

Write an indirect proof to show that a rectangle has congruent diagonals. Be sure to create and name the appropriate geometric figures. This figure does not need to be submitted.

Answer 1

@ganeshie8 @phi @AccessDenied

Answer 2

Here is what an indirect proof means
http://regentsprep.org/Regents/math/geometry/GP3b/indirectlesson.htm

Answer 3

ok.. so i would first start with

A rectangle doesn't have congruent diagonals

Answer 4

yes. That is as far as I got so far.

Answer 5

lol! what happens next ? ;s

Answer 6

draw a picture of a rectangle, label the sides , show the right angles. draw in a diagonal

Answer 7

show the angles are all 90º