Classifying Polygons

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What is a polygon?

Back

A polygon is a closed shape formed by connecting straight line segments. It has at least three sides.

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What is the difference between a regular and an irregular polygon?

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A regular polygon has all sides and angles equal, while an irregular polygon has sides and angles that are not all the same.

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How many sides does a triangle have?

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A triangle has 3 sides.

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What is the name of a polygon with 4 sides?

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A quadrilateral.

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What is the name of a polygon with 5 sides?

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A pentagon.

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What is the name of a polygon with 6 sides?

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A hexagon.

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What is the name of a polygon with 7 sides?

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A heptagon.

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What is the name of a polygon with 8 sides?

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An octagon.

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What is the name of a polygon with 9 sides?

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A nonagon.

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What is the name of a polygon with 10 sides?

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A decagon.