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Converse of Theorem 4

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A quadrilateral can be divided into two congruent triangles. If the opposite sides are non-parallel, the quadrilateral is called ___.

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Rectangle

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Square

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Kite

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Rhombus

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Solution

The correct option is C
Kite

A kite is a quadrilateral, which is divided into two congruent triangles by its longer diagonal and has non-parallel opposite sides.

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