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The formula calculates the width of a regular pentagon when its diagonal length is known. For a regular pentagon, the width equals the diagonal length.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: In a regular pentagon, the width (horizontal distance from leftmost to rightmost point) is equal to the diagonal length between non-adjacent vertices.
Details: Calculating the width of a pentagon is important in geometry, architecture, and design applications where precise measurements of pentagonal shapes are required.
Tips: Enter the diagonal length of the pentagon in meters. The value must be positive and valid.
Q1: Does this formula work for all pentagons?
A: This formula applies specifically to regular pentagons where all sides and angles are equal.
Q2: What units should I use for the diagonal measurement?
A: The calculator uses meters, but you can use any consistent unit as the relationship is proportional.
Q3: Why is the width equal to the diagonal in a regular pentagon?
A: Due to the symmetrical properties of regular pentagons, the width measurement coincides with certain diagonal lengths.
Q4: Can this calculator be used for irregular pentagons?
A: No, this formula only applies to regular pentagons. Irregular pentagons require different calculation methods.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically exact for regular pentagons, providing precise results based on the input diagonal measurement.