Look closely
Geometry
Level
4
A regular heptagon is inscribed inside a kite.
Which area is larger, blue or red?
Blue
Red
Both are equal
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1 solution
Looking at the end triangle, you can see that the heptagon can fit 7 of them within its perimeter. Then analyze the rest of the red on the right and you'll see that it cannot fit 6 end triangles within its perimeter, therefore making the heptagon larger in area.