Permutation & Combination · Question 11 · Medium

How many diagonals does a polygon with 10 sides have?

  1. 40
  2. 45
  3. 70
  4. 35
Answer and explanation

Answer: D. 35

Explanation: Lines joining any 2 vertices = 10C2 = 45. Subtract the 10 sides: 45 − 10 = 35 diagonals.

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