Transformations and Symmetry
Students explore rigid motions and use them to define congruence. They will identify lines of symmetry and rotational symmetry in various figures.
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Students explore rigid motions and use them to define congruence. They will identify lines of symmetry and rotational symmetry in various figures.
Key Questions
- What defines a rigid motion?
- How can transformations be used to map one figure onto another?
- What are the different types of symmetry in geometric figures?
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