Geometry

Question Analysis

This question focuses on identifying the type of regular polygon based on the number of its sides. It tests the knowledge of polygon naming conventions.

 

Key Concept Explanation

Regular Polygons: Closed - plane figures with all sides and all angles equal. Their names are derived from the number of sides, usually with Greek or Latin prefixes indicating the quantity.

 

Step - by - Step Solution

1. Count the number of sides of the polygon in the image. By carefully observing, we can see that it has 7 sides.

2. Recall the naming convention for polygons. A polygon with 7 sides is called a heptagon.

 

Option Analysis

A.Nonagon: A nonagon has 9 sides, so this option is incorrect.

B.Hexagon: A hexagon has 6 sides, so this option is wrong.

C.Octagon: An octagon has 8 sides, so this option is incorrect.

D.Heptagon: This is the correct option as the polygon has 7 sides.

 

Common Mistakes