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DODECAGON

Dodecagon

Definition Of Dodecagon

A polygon with 12 sides and 12 angles is called a Dodecagon.

More About Dodecagon

Each angle in a regular dodecagon is equal to 150°.
A dodecagon with all its 12 sides and 12 angles equal is called a regular dodecagon.

Examples Of Dodecagon

 example of  Dodecagon

The figure shown above has 12 sides and 12 angles, so it is dodecagon

Video Examples: Dodecagon on Geometer's SketchPad Tutorial
 


Solved Example on Dodecagon

Ques: Count the number of sides of the polygon.

 example of Dodecagon

Choices:

A. 12
B. 10
C. 9
D. 11
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1: This polygon has 12 sides and is called as dodecagon.

Quick Summary

  • A dodecagon has 12 sides and 12 angles.
  • Each angle in a regular dodecagon is 150°.
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use visual aids and real-world examples to illustrate dodecagons. Emphasize the properties of regular dodecagons.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Polygon
  • Angles
  • Sides

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: How many sides does a dodecagon have?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a regular dodecagon?
A: A dodecagon with all 12 sides and 12 angles equal.

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