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 square have?

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A square has 4 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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How many lines of symmetry does a regular triangle have?

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A regular triangle has 3 lines of symmetry.

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

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A trapezoid can have no lines of symmetry.

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What does it mean if a shape is symmetrical?

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If a shape is symmetrical, it means it looks the same on both sides of a line.

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Can a shape be symmetrical and not have any lines of symmetry?

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No, if a shape is symmetrical, it must have at least one line 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.

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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.