The diagram shows 6 small squares made with matchsticks. How many matchsticks must be removed to leave precisely 3 small squares which touch only at corners?

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TeeDeJee asked Nov 23, 2022

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The diagram shows 6 small squares made with matchsticks.

How many matchsticks must be removed to leave precisely 3 small squares which touch only at corners?

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TeeDeJee asked Nov 23, 2022

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Can you please upload the diagram?

RoadRash answered Nov 27, 2022

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