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In a 2 by 2 grid, both diagonals of every small square are drawn. How many squares (upright or tilted) are there in the figure?

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  • A5
  • B6
  • C10
  • D14

Step-by-Step Solution

Upright squares: 4 small + 1 big = 5. Tilted squares: the big one joining the midpoints of the outer sides, plus 4 small ones, each with one corner at the centre of the grid and the opposite corner at a side midpoint: 5. Total .
Answer: C) 10

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