Question 53
EasyOriginal questionThe figure is a square with both its diagonals drawn. How many triangles can be counted in it?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Count by size, starting with the smallest pieces.
Smallest triangles: 4. Triangles made of 2 smallest pieces: 4.
Total .
Worth noting
Counting only the smallest pieces is the usual slip. Go size by size, and for each size check every position in the figure.
- Concept
- Counting triangles systematically by size
- Typical timeTypical
- 40 s
- Your timeYours
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