Day 80: Wup 6.MG.4 - Congruent Shapes and Symmetry

Front

What does it mean for two shapes to be congruent?

Back

Two shapes are congruent if they have the same size and shape.

Front

What is symmetry in shapes?

Back

Symmetry in shapes means that one half is a mirror image of the other half.

Front

If ∠A ≅ ∠D, what does this mean?

Back

It means that angle A is congruent to angle D, meaning they have the same measure.

Front

What is the symbol for congruence?

Back

The symbol for congruence is '≅'.

Front

Are two shapes with the same shape but different sizes congruent?

Back

No, they are not congruent.

Front

What is an example of a congruent shape?

Back

Two squares with side lengths of 3 cm are congruent.

Front

If two angles are congruent, what can we say about their measures?

Back

Their measures are equal.

Front

What does it mean if two polygons are not congruent?

Back

It means they do not have the same size and shape.

Front

How can you determine if two shapes are congruent?

Back

You can determine if two shapes are congruent by checking if they can be superimposed on each other.

Front

What is the relationship between congruence and symmetry?

Back

Congruent shapes can exhibit symmetry, but not all symmetrical shapes are congruent.