Saturday, March 21, 2020

Counting triangles!

How many triangles are there in this picture?

It's not so easy.....

For the solution, click "Read More" below.

Solution:

Did you say 7?  If so, you're right!

The best way to count is to organize your thinking. 

There are 4 "small" triangles.
There are 2 triangles made up of two smaller triangles.
And there is 1 large triangle.





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