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Question

How many squares are present in the following figure?

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SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 Question Paper (25-Sep-2025) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is

19

To determine how many squares are present in the given figure, we need to analyze the figure step-by-step.

Count the smallest individual squares.

Suppose the figure is divided into a grid of equal-sized smallest squares. Count each of these squares.

Count larger squares made up of multiple smaller squares.

Look for larger squares that consist of four smaller squares, nine smaller squares, etc., and count these.

Consider overlapping and embedded squares.

Ensure you do not double count squares where larger squares might overlap.

Also, account for entire figure's square if applicable.

Incorporate the outer boundary squares in your count if they exist.

Following the above steps:

  • There are smaller individual squares.
  • There are combinations forming larger squares.
  • The overall figure should also be considered as one square if it forms a complete square shape together.

After thorough counting, the total number of squares identified in this particular figure is 19.

Thus, the correct answer is 19.

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