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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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 an example of a shape with no lines of symmetry?

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An irregular shape, like a scalene triangle, has no lines of symmetry.

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What does it mean for a shape to be symmetrical?

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A shape is symmetrical if it can be divided into two identical halves.

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How many lines of symmetry does an equilateral triangle have?

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An equilateral triangle has 3 lines of symmetry.

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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 or a circle.

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What is the line of symmetry for a vertical rectangle?

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The vertical line through the center of the rectangle is its line of symmetry.

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What is the line of symmetry for a horizontal rectangle?

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The horizontal line through the center of the rectangle is its line of symmetry.