Lines of Symmetry

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What is symmetry?

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Symmetry is when one shape becomes exactly like another if you flip, slide, or turn it.

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What is a line of symmetry?

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A line of symmetry is an imaginary line that divides a shape into two identical parts.

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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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Can a shape have no lines of symmetry?

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Yes, some shapes, like a scalene triangle, can have no lines of symmetry.

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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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How many lines of symmetry does a rectangle have?

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A rectangle has 2 lines of symmetry.

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Can a shape have more than one line of symmetry?

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Yes, shapes like squares and rectangles can have more than one line of symmetry.

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What is an example of a shape with one line of symmetry?

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A regular triangle has one line of symmetry.

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What is an example of a shape with two lines of symmetry?

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A rectangle has two lines of symmetry.

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What is an example of a shape with four lines of symmetry?

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A square has four lines of symmetry.