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A paper band of constant width is tied into a simple knot and tightened. Prove that the knot has the shape of a regular polygon.

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Describe the surface which we can get if we start with a rectangular sheet of paper, make a Moebius band by glueing the opposite sides in the opposite directions and then glue the other opposite sides of the paper band in the opposite direction as on the picture.

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