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The edge length of the square of a concave pentagon refers to the length of any edge of the square from which the concave pentagon is created by removing one triangle formed by the diagonals of the square.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates the edge length of the original square based on the area of the resulting concave pentagon.
Details: Calculating the edge length of the original square is important for geometric reconstruction, architectural design, and understanding the relationship between the square and the derived concave pentagon.
Tips: Enter the area of the concave pentagon in square meters. The value must be positive and valid.
Q1: What is a concave pentagon?
A: A concave pentagon is a five-sided polygon with at least one interior angle greater than 180 degrees, causing it to "cave in" at that vertex.
Q2: How is a concave pentagon formed from a square?
A: A concave pentagon is created by removing one triangle formed by the diagonals of the square from the original square.
Q3: What are the units for the edge length?
A: The edge length is measured in meters (m), the same unit as the square root of the area input.
Q4: Can this formula be used for any concave pentagon?
A: This specific formula applies only to concave pentagons created by removing one triangle formed by the diagonals of a square.
Q5: What if I have the perimeter instead of the area?
A: This calculator specifically requires the area of the concave pentagon. Different formulas would be needed if you have other measurements.