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How many equilateral triangles are there in a regular hexagon.

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Answer:

There are 6 equilateral triangles in a regular hexagon.

Explanation:

A regular hexagon can be dissected into 6 equilateral triangles by adding a center point .

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User PatrickvL
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There are total 6

Look at the attachment for proof

If we join all three diagonals we get 6 equilateral triangle

How many equilateral triangles are there in a regular hexagon.-example-1
User Charles Ferentchak
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