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==Problem==


Given regular hexagon ABCDEF with side length 1, define X to be the midpoint of side AB, Y to be the midpoint of side CD, and Z to be the midpoint of side EF, as shown. What is the area of the hexagon formed by the intersection of triangles ACE and XYZ
Given regular hexagon ABCDEF with side length 1, define X to be the midpoint of side AB, Y to be the midpoint of side CD, and Z to be the midpoint of side EF, as shown. What is the area of the hexagon formed by the intersection of triangles ACE and XYZ

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(This is not the exact wording of the question)

Problem

Given regular hexagon ABCDEF with side length 1, define X to be the midpoint of side AB, Y to be the midpoint of side CD, and Z to be the midpoint of side EF, as shown. What is the area of the hexagon formed by the intersection of triangles ACE and XYZ

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Answer: 15sqrt(3)/32