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How many triangles are there in the given figure?

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PYST : General Awareness - SSC Stenographer 2024 (Tier-I) (10-Dec-2024) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
13

The image shows a complex arrangement of lines forming triangles of various sizes. To accurately count the triangles, we need a systematic approach.

Let's break down the counting process:

  • Small Triangles: There are 9 small triangles forming the base structure.
  • Medium Triangles: There are 3 medium-sized triangles, each formed by combining four small triangles.
  • Large Triangle: There is 1 large triangle encompassing the entire figure.

Adding these up: 9 + 3 + 1 = 13 triangles.

Therefore, there are a total of 13 triangles in the given figure.

It's important to approach such problems methodically to avoid missing any triangles. Begin by identifying the smallest triangles and then progressively move towards larger ones formed by combining the smaller ones. A visual aid, like circling each triangle as you count it, can be helpful to avoid double-counting.

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