Square

A square is a quadrilateral with four equal sides and four right angles.

Quick answer

A square is a quadrilateral with four equal sides and four right angles.

Main formula
Area = s², perimeter = 4s, diagonal = s√2.
Quick example
Write the known measurements first, substitute them in the formula and keep the units.

Definition

A square is a quadrilateral with four equal sides and four right angles.

Main properties

  • It is also a rectangle and a rhombus.
  • Measurements must use the same unit before calculating.
  • Draw a quick sketch to identify each value.

Formula

Area = s², perimeter = 4s, diagonal = s√2.

Example method

Read the problem, mark the known measurements, choose the formula and simplify the result step by step.