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 square have?

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A square has 4 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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What is the line of symmetry for a circle?

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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 does congruent mean?

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Congruent means having the same size and shape.

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How many lines of symmetry does an isosceles triangle have?

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An isosceles triangle has 1 line of symmetry.

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What is the relationship between lines of symmetry and congruence?

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Shapes that are divided by a line of symmetry are congruent on either side of the line.

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Can a shape have more than one line of symmetry?

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Yes, some shapes can have multiple lines of symmetry.

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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.