Concept:Count squares of every possible size in the given figure.
Explanation:Start with the smallest squares and move to larger ones.
Count all squares of size
1×1, then
2×2, then
3×3, and so on.
Also include any tilted squares formed by diagonals.
After counting all types, the sum gives the total number of squares.
For this figure, the systematic count yields
17 squares.
Answer:The given figure contains
17 squares.
Hence, the correct option is B.