To solve this problem, let's analyze the given figure and count all possible squares formed within it.

The figure consists of smaller squares arranged in a specific layout. To find the total number of squares, we will count:

1. Individual 1x1 Squares:

   • There are five 1x1 squares in total.

2. Larger Squares:

   • For 2x2 squares, we can combine four 1x1 squares to form a single larger square. There are two possible 2x2 squares in this layout.

Thus, the total number of squares is:

$5 \text{ (1x1 squares)} + 2 \text{ (2x2 squares)} = 7 \text{ squares in total}.$

Answer: There are 7 squares in the figure.

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Related Questions

1. How would the count change if an additional square was added to the bottom row?
2. How do we count squares in a 3x3 grid?
3. What is the formula to count squares in an $n \times n$ grid?
4. How many rectangles are present in this figure, in addition to the squares?
5. Can we apply this method to count squares in three-dimensional grids?

Tip: When counting shapes, look for combinations of smaller units that form larger shapes.