Sort polygons by attributes

5th Grade Math practice: A shape has 5 sides. What is the name of the polygon family. Part of geometry (Geometry).

~7 min

Use the number of sides and vertices to identify the polygon family.

Identifying Polygons by Sides

A polygon is a closed, two-dimensional shape with straight sides. You can identify the polygon family by counting its number of straight sides and vertices.

💡 Remember that a vertex is just a fancy word for a corner.