Problem 8 · 2011 Math Kangaroo
Easy
Geometry & Measurement
areagrid-counting
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Answer: C
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Hint 1 of 2
Each shape sits on the same grid — compare how many unit squares each one covers.
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Hint 2 of 2
Count full squares plus the half-squares cut by slanted edges.
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Approach: count grid squares covered
- Estimate each shape's area by counting whole grid squares and the half-squares along its slanted sides.
- The four-pointed star in option C spreads over the most grid squares, so it has the biggest area.
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