Geometry: Understanding Polygons
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What is a regular polygon?

  • A polygon that is both equiangular and equilateral (correct)
  • A polygon with unequal sides and angles
  • A polygon with all sides congruent but angles not equal
  • A polygon with at least one side longer than others

Which of the following best describes an irregular polygon?

  • A polygon whose sides and angles are not equal (correct)
  • A polygon with congruent angles but unequal sides
  • A polygon with exactly three sides
  • A polygon with all sides and angles equal

What type of polygon is a triangle classified as?

  • Equiangular polygon
  • Irregular polygon with three sides
  • Closed figure with three sides (correct)
  • Regular polygon

How many sides does a nonagon have?

<p>9 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding polygons is correct?

<p>Polygons are identified by the number of sides (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of polygon has both congruent sides and congruent angles?

<p>Regular polygon (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an irregular polygon from other types?

<p>Sides and angles are not equal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a polygon has 12 sides, what is it called?

<p>Dodecagon (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the angles formed by two adjacent sides of a polygon?

<p>They can vary from polygon to polygon (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of naming a polygon using its vertices?

<p>It helps to clarify different configurations of the same polygon (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Definition of Polygon

  • A polygon is a closed plane figure formed by line segments that meet only at their endpoints.
  • The segments are called sides, and the meeting points are known as vertices.

Types of Polygons

  • Equilateral Polygon: All sides are congruent in length.
  • Equiangular Polygon: All angles are congruent in measure.
  • Regular Polygon: Both equilateral and equiangular, meaning all sides and angles are equal.
  • Irregular Polygon: Sides and angles are not equal.

Naming Polygons

  • Polygons are named based on their vertices. For example, a triangle with vertices A, B, and C can be referred to as triangle ABC, triangle BCA, or triangle ACB.

Characteristics of Polygons

  • Only plane figures with straight line segments are considered polygons; figures with curves, such as circles, are not included.
  • The two adjacent sides of a polygon form an angle.

Classification by Number of Sides

  • Triangle: 3 sides
  • Square: 4 sides
  • Pentagon: 5 sides
  • Hexagon: 6 sides
  • Heptagon: 7 sides
  • Octagon: 8 sides
  • Nonagon: 9 sides
  • Decagon: 10 sides
  • Undecagon: 11 sides
  • Dodecagon: 12 sides

Definition of Polygon

  • A polygon is a closed plane figure formed by line segments that meet only at their endpoints.
  • The segments are called sides, and the meeting points are known as vertices.

Types of Polygons

  • Equilateral Polygon: All sides are congruent in length.
  • Equiangular Polygon: All angles are congruent in measure.
  • Regular Polygon: Both equilateral and equiangular, meaning all sides and angles are equal.
  • Irregular Polygon: Sides and angles are not equal.

Naming Polygons

  • Polygons are named based on their vertices. For example, a triangle with vertices A, B, and C can be referred to as triangle ABC, triangle BCA, or triangle ACB.

Characteristics of Polygons

  • Only plane figures with straight line segments are considered polygons; figures with curves, such as circles, are not included.
  • The two adjacent sides of a polygon form an angle.

Classification by Number of Sides

  • Triangle: 3 sides
  • Square: 4 sides
  • Pentagon: 5 sides
  • Hexagon: 6 sides
  • Heptagon: 7 sides
  • Octagon: 8 sides
  • Nonagon: 9 sides
  • Decagon: 10 sides
  • Undecagon: 11 sides
  • Dodecagon: 12 sides

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This quiz explores the different types of polygons, including equilateral, equiangular, regular, and irregular polygons. Test your knowledge on the definitions and characteristics of these geometric figures, as well as how to name polygons based on their vertices.

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