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Theorem 8.3 : If each pair of opposite sides of a quadrilateral is equal, then it is a parallelogram.

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To prove Theorem 8.3: If each pair of opposite sides of a quadrilateral is equal, then it is a parallelogram, we will follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Given**: Let quadrilateral ABCD be such that AB = CD and AD = BC. We need to prove that ABCD is a parallelogram. **Hint**: Identify the properties of the quadrilateral based on the given conditions. ...
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