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Rectilinear Figures

ICSE · Class 9 · Mathematics

Complete topic list for Rectilinear Figures in ICSE Class 9 Mathematics. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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3 Topics · ICSE Class 9 Mathematics

Topics in Rectilinear Figures

1

Polygons and Their Angle Sums

  • A polygon is a closed plane figure bounded by at least three line segments.
  • A polygon with 3 sides is a triangle, 4 sides a quadrilateral, 5 sides a pentagon, 6 sides a hexagon, 7 sides a heptagon, and 8 sides an octagon.
  • If each angle of a polygon is less than 180°, it is a convex polygon.
2

Quadrilaterals and Their Properties

  • A quadrilateral is a closed plane figure bounded by four line segments.
  • A quadrilateral has four vertices and two diagonals.
  • The diagonals of a quadrilateral join opposite vertices.
3

Theorems and Proof-Based Results

  • In a parallelogram, both pairs of opposite sides are equal.
  • In a parallelogram, both pairs of opposite angles are equal.
  • In a parallelogram, each diagonal bisects the parallelogram into two equal-area triangles.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Rectilinear figures and special kinds of quadrilaterals

Rectilinear figurePolygonsAngle sums in polygonsQuadrilateralsSpecial quadrilateralsParallel sides propertiesDiagonal propertiesTheorems and proofs

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Rectilinear Figures covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 9 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Rectilinear Figures — ICSE Class 9 Mathematics?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 39 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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