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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 halves that are mirror images of each other.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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How can you tell if a shape is symmetric?

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A shape is symmetric if it can be divided into two identical parts that are mirror images along a line.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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Give an example of a symmetric shape.

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A square is an example of a symmetric shape because it can be divided into two equal halves along multiple lines of symmetry.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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What does it mean if a shape is not symmetric?

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If a shape is not symmetric, it cannot be divided into two identical halves that are mirror images of each other.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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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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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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What is the line of symmetry for a rectangle?

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A rectangle has two lines of symmetry: one vertical and one horizontal.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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Can a shape have more than one line of symmetry?

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Yes, a shape can have multiple lines of symmetry, like a square which has four lines of symmetry.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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What is an example of a shape with no lines of symmetry?

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An irregular shape, like a random polygon, may have no lines of symmetry.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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What is the importance of lines of symmetry in art and design?

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Lines of symmetry are important in art and design as they create balance and harmony in visual compositions.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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

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To find a line of symmetry, fold the shape along a line and see if both halves match perfectly.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3