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Tessellations

Question 8 • Mathematical Models with Applications - MA4072 CR

Determine whether the following regular polygon tessellates the plane. Explain.equilateral triangle

Answer
A
yes; measure of interior angle = 60
B
no; measure of interior angle = 60
C
yes; measure of interior angle = 120
D
no; measure of interior angle = 120

Explanation

An equilateral triangle has three equal interior angles, so each measures 180° ÷ 3 = 60°. Six 60° angles fit around a point (6 × 60° = 360°), so copies of the triangle can cover the plane without gaps or overlaps. The correct choice is “yes; measure of interior angle = 60.”

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