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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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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How many lines of symmetry does a rectangle have?

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A rectangle has 2 lines of symmetry.

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What is the line of symmetry for a triangle?

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

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Is a square symmetrical?

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Yes, a square is symmetrical and has 4 lines of symmetry.

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How can you find a line of symmetry in a shape?

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You can find a line of symmetry by folding the shape along the line and checking if both halves match.

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What shapes have no lines of symmetry?

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An irregular shape, such as a scalene triangle, has no lines of symmetry.

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What is rotational symmetry?

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Rotational symmetry is when a shape can be rotated around a central point and still look the same at certain angles.

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How many lines of symmetry does a regular pentagon have?

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A regular pentagon has 5 lines of symmetry.

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Can a shape have more than one line of symmetry?

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Yes, many shapes can have multiple lines of symmetry.