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Count the number of sides.

3-triangle

4-quadrilateral

5-pentagon

6-hexagon

7-septagon

8-octagon

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To find out the name of a shape, you can look at its properties. Identify the number of sides and angles it has, and compare it to known geometric shapes. Use a reference chart or consult a geometry resource to match the properties to the name of the shape.

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