alleryStart learning →A coloured region has 8 white squares and 6 black squares. Can 2 x 1 tiles cover it exactly?
AYes, with 7 tiles
BYes, with 14 tiles
CYes, if rotated
DNo, not possible
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. No, not possible
Each tile covers one white and one black square, so equal numbers are needed, and 8 does not equal 6.
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