Math Problem Statement
Three square tiles are laid out on a table so that they make a solid pattern. Each tile must touch at least one other tile along an entire edge. The squares all have sides of length 1. (a) Draw all possible patterns. (b) What are the possible perimeters of the figures that can be formed? (c) Which figure has the least perimeter?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Perimeter Calculation
Composite Shapes
Formulas
Perimeter of a rectangle: 2 × (length + width)
Theorems
Basic properties of perimeter in composite shapes
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7
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