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In the same diagram given above, what is the minimum number of extra match sticks needed so that by adding them at suitable places, five squares can be formed ?

A

5

B

9

C

3

D

2

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D
We can get four smaller squares and a larger square i.e. total five squares by adding two match sticks in the given figure as follows:

Therefore, the minimum number of extra match sticks needed in this arrangement or figure = 2.
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