Lines of Symmetry

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What is a line of symmetry?

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A line of symmetry is a line that divides a shape into two identical parts that are mirror images of each other.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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Can a shape have more than one line of symmetry?

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Yes, a shape can have multiple lines of symmetry.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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How many lines of symmetry does a square have?

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A square has 4 lines of symmetry.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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How many lines of symmetry does a rectangle have?

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A rectangle has 2 lines of symmetry.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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How many lines of symmetry does a circle have?

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A circle has an infinite number of lines of symmetry.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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How many lines of symmetry does a triangle have?

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An equilateral triangle has 3 lines of symmetry, while an isosceles triangle has 1.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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How many lines of symmetry does a kite have?

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A kite has 1 line of symmetry.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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How many lines of symmetry does a butterfly have?

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A butterfly has 1 line of symmetry.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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What is the line of symmetry for a vertical shape?

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The vertical line of symmetry divides the shape into left and right mirror images.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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What is the line of symmetry for a horizontal shape?

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The horizontal line of symmetry divides the shape into top and bottom mirror images.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3