Question

find the total number of unit squares it takes to fill the shape without enough to cover the whole shape

Explanation:

Step1: Count the number of unit squares in each row

First row: 2 unit squares
Second row: 5 unit squares
Third row: 5 unit squares

Step2: Sum up the number of unit squares

Total number of unit squares = \(2 + 5+5\)

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Answer:

12