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Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 8

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Standard 2.0 Knowledge of Geometry

Topic C. Representation of Geometric Figures

Indicator 1. Represent plane geometric figures

Objective a. Draw quadrilaterals

Assessment limit: Provide given whole number dimensions in inches or centimeters or angle measurements

Selected Response Item

A parallelogram has a side length of 3 centimeters, a height of 2 centimeters, and an angle measure of 35°.

Which quadrilateral represents this parallelogram?





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Correct Answer:
C

Assessment limit:
Provide given whole number dimensions in inches or centimeters or angle measurements