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Explain how this figure is a trapezium. Which of its two sides are parallel? (Fig 3.32)

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To explain how the given figure is a trapezium and identify its parallel sides, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of a Trapezium**: A trapezium (or trapezoid) is defined as a quadrilateral that has at least one pair of parallel sides. 2. **Identify the Figure**: ...
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