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Which of these shapes will tessellate without leaving gaps?

octagon
hexagon
pentagon
circle

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Answer:Equilateral triangles, squares and regular hexagons

Explanation:

User Nicoowr
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Answer:

Hexagon

Explanation:

the hexagon is the only one that can tessellate without leaving gaps. A tessellation is a tiling of a plane with shapes, such that there are no gaps or overlaps. Hexagons have the unique property that they can fit together perfectly without leaving any spaces between them. This is why hexagonal shapes, such as honeycombs, are often found in nature, as they provide an efficient use of space. The octagon, pentagon, and circle cannot tessellate without leaving gaps because their shapes do not fit together seamlessly like the hexagons.

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