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Name each polygon. (FIGURE CANNOT COPY)

   Name each polygon.
(FIGURE CANNOT COPY)

Prealgebra and Introductory Algebra

Prealgebra and Introductory Algebra

Richard N. Aufmann,… 3rd Edition

Chapter 7, Problem 1

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Key Concepts

Polygon

A polygon is a two-dimensional, closed shape formed by connecting a finite number of straight line segments end-to-end. Understanding the basic definition of a polygon is fundamental when analyzing or classifying different shapes in geometry.

Classification by Number of Sides

Polygons are commonly classified by the number of sides they have. For example, a three-sided polygon is a triangle, a four-sided polygon is a quadrilateral, and so on. This classification is instrumental in naming polygons and understanding their properties.

Naming Conventions

The names of polygons are usually derived from Greek or Latin numerical prefixes combined with the suffix '-gon'. This systematic naming helps in identifying and differentiating polygons based on their number of sides, such as pentagon for a five-sided polygon and hexagon for a six-sided one.

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