4.6B Lines of Symmetry STAAR Review

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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 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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How many lines of symmetry does a rectangle have?

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A rectangle has 2 lines of symmetry.

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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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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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Can a shape have no lines of symmetry?

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Yes, some shapes, like a scalene triangle, have 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 center point and still look the same at certain angles.

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Give an example of a shape with rotational symmetry.

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A star shape has rotational symmetry.

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What is the difference between reflectional and rotational symmetry?

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Reflectional symmetry involves a mirror line, while rotational symmetry involves turning the shape around a point.

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How do you find the line of symmetry in a shape?

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To find the line of symmetry, fold the shape in half to see if both sides match.