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0580/13 May/Jun 2024, Question 5: Lines of Symmetry

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 13 (Core) · Calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

For a kite diagram, mark any mirror lines, and for a triangle diagram, state how many rotational symmetry positions it has.

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Part (a) · 1 mark

Add any mirror lines to the kite shown.

  1. 1Draw the line through the top and bottom vertices of the kite (the vertical diagonal)

AnswerCorrect line of symmetry

Part (b) · 1 mark

Give the number of rotational symmetry positions for the triangle.

  1. 1The equilateral triangle fits onto itself 3 times in a full turn
  2. 2Order 3

Answer3

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