is a polygon. State whether the statement is true or false.

Solution:

Given,  is a polygon.

We have to determine if the given statement is true or false.

A curve which starts and ends at the same point without crossing itself is called a simple closed curve.

Polygons are defined as plane (two-dimensional) and closed shapes that are formed by joining three or more line segments with each other.

The given shape has lines that cross itself.

Therefore, the given shape is not a polygon.

✦ Try This:  is a concave polygon. State whether the statement is true or false.

☛ Also Check: NCERT Solutions for Class 8 Maths

NCERT Exemplar Class 8 Maths Chapter 5 Problem 100

A figure is a polygon. State whether the statement is true or false.

Summary:

The given statement, ”The given figure is a polygon” is false.

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