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  1. April 22nd 2008, 01:35 PM #1
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    Area of Regular Polygons

    I need to find the area of a regular hexagon that has 10 sides. I know i first need to find the central angle, but 360/10= 36. How do i do this problem. Step by Step easy instructions would be great
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