Question

question 8 of 10

a ______ tessellation is a tessellation that uses only one regular polygon to cover a surface completely.

a. complete
b. semi-complete
c. regular
d. semi-regular

Explanation:

Identify the definition of the tessellation type

The question asks for the term that describes a tessellation using only one type of regular polygon to cover a surface completely without gaps or overlaps.

Compare with geometric definitions

• A regular tessellation is a highly symmetric pattern made up of congruent regular polygons of only one kind.
• A semi-regular tessellation is made of two or more types of regular polygons.
• "Complete" and "semi-complete" are not standard mathematical terms for these classifications.

Select the correct option

Since the definition specifies using "only one regular polygon," the correct term is "regular." This corresponds to option C.

Answer:

• A. complete
• B. semi-complete
• C. regular (Correct answer)
• D. semi-regular