Polygon Flashcard

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What is a polygon?

Back

A polygon is a closed shape with straight sides.

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What is an octagon?

Back

An octagon is a polygon with 8 sides.

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What is a rectangle?

Back

A rectangle is a polygon with 4 sides and opposite sides that are equal.

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Is a circle a polygon?

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No, a circle is not a polygon because it has no straight sides.

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What defines a shape as a polygon?

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A shape must have straight sides, be closed, and not have any curves to be a polygon.

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Can a polygon have curved sides?

Back

No, a polygon cannot have curved sides.

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What is a triangle?

Back

A triangle is a polygon with 3 sides.

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What is a quadrilateral?

Back

A quadrilateral is a polygon with 4 sides.

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What is a pentagon?

Back

A pentagon is a polygon with 5 sides.

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What is a hexagon?

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A hexagon is a polygon with 6 sides.