Symmetry in Shapes
Identifying lines of symmetry in simple 2D shapes and creating symmetrical designs.
Key Questions
- Explain what makes a shape symmetrical.
- Construct a symmetrical drawing and justify where you placed the line of symmetry.
- Analyze why a circle has infinite lines of symmetry.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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