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We count <math>3*3=9</math> unit squares in the middle, and <math>4</math> small triangles each with an area of <math>1</math>. Thus, the answer is <math>9+4=\boxed{\textbf{(C) } 13}</math> | We count <math>3*3=9</math> unit squares in the middle, and <math>4</math> small triangles each with an area of <math>1</math>. Thus, the answer is <math>9+4=\boxed{\textbf{(C) } 13}</math> | ||
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Revision as of 15:52, 21 November 2018
Problem 4
The twelve-sided figure shown has been drawn on 
graph paper. What is the area of the figure in 
?
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Solution
We count 
unit squares in the middle, and 
small triangles each with an area of 
. Thus, the answer is 
See Also
| 2018 AMC 8 (Problems • Answer Key • Resources) | ||
| Preceded by Problem 3 |
Followed by Problem 5 | |
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| All AJHSME/AMC 8 Problems and Solutions | ||
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