Reflective Symmetry

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What is reflective symmetry?

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Reflective symmetry is a type of symmetry where one half of an object is a mirror image of the other half.

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How can you identify a line of symmetry in a shape?

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A line of symmetry can be identified by folding the shape along the line; if both halves match perfectly, it is a line of symmetry.

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What is the maximum number of lines of symmetry a shape can have?

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The maximum number of lines of symmetry a shape can have is infinite, as seen in circles.

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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 triangle have?

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An equilateral triangle has 3 lines of symmetry, while an isosceles triangle has 1.

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

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The letter 'F' has no lines of symmetry.

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What is an example of a letter with one line of symmetry?

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The letter 'A' has one line of symmetry.

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What is an example of a shape with two lines of symmetry?

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A kite has two lines of symmetry.

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How many lines of symmetry does the letter 'B' have?

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The letter 'B' has 1 line of symmetry.