Math Problem Statement
An artist has been commissioned to make a stained glass window in the shape of a regular octagon. The octagon must fit inside a 16 in square space. Determine the length of each side of the octagon. Round to the nearest hundredth of an inch.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Regular Polygons
Inscribed Figures
Formulas
Side length of an inscribed octagon: a = s / (1 + √2)
Theorems
Pythagorean Theorem
Properties of Regular Octagons
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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