To determine the total number of triangles in the figure, I'll analyze the uploaded image systematically.

Step-by-Step Analysis:

1. Break Down the Structure:

   • The figure consists of a large rectangle, subdivided into several smaller regions by diagonal and horizontal/vertical lines.
   • Additionally, there are smaller triangles on the sides outside the rectangle.

2. Count the Triangles Inside the Rectangle:

   • There are triangles formed by the diagonal lines intersecting within the rectangle.
   • Triangles are formed by the combination of these diagonals and horizontal/vertical lines.

3. Include the Outer Triangles:

   • Count the triangles outside the rectangle on both sides.

Let me count the exact number systematically. PIL import Image

Load the uploaded image to visualize while solving the problem.

image_path = "/mnt/data/17372676520163q0jefy6.jpg" img = Image.open(image_path) img.show()The image has been opened for reference. I'll now analyze the structure systematically and count the total number of triangles in the figure.### Counting Triangles in the Figure:

1. Breakdown of the Rectangle:

   • The rectangle is divided into 4 smaller triangles by the two diagonal lines intersecting in the middle.
   • The intersection creates additional sub-triangles within the rectangle.

2. Counting Sub-Triangles:

   • At the intersection of the diagonals, there are 4 small triangles.
   • Each half of the rectangle (top and bottom) is further divided into 2 larger triangles.
   • This adds up to 8 triangles inside the rectangle.

3. Triangles Outside the Rectangle:

   • On each side of the rectangle, there are 2 large outer triangles (one on each side of the rectangle's base).
   • This adds up to 4 outer triangles.

4. Total Number of Triangles:

   • Inside the rectangle: 8 triangles.
   • Outside the rectangle: 4 triangles.
   • Total = $8 + 4 = 12$.

Final Answer:

The figure contains 12 triangles.

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