Count the number of squares

CMAT 2019 · Logical Reasoning · Medium · Counting Figures

In the given figure, if the centres of all the circles are joined by horizontal and vertical lines, then find the number of squares that can be formed.

  1. A.

    1

  2. B.

    7

  3. C.

    8

  4. D.

    6

Answer

C

Explanation

Small squares formed = 6 (ABKD, BCEK, DKLF, KEGL, FLIH, LGJI) Big squares formed = 2 (ACGF, DEJH) Total squares = 6 + 2 = 8.

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