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A figure that can be
folded to make equal
parts is a
symmetrical figure.
Line
of symmetry is the place where the object
can be folded to get
equal parts.
Look at the
butterfly below. The line of
symmetry
shows you where you can fold the butterfly
in half to
get 2 equal parts.
Example 1:
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Before starting this
problem you need to get a pair of scissors
and a piece of
construction paper.
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First- Fold
the piece of paper in half.

Second-
Start where the paper is fold and cut out half a heart.

Last- Unfold
the piece of paper and the heart.
You now have two
objects that are symmetrical.

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Click on
the heart for practice.

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Remember:
Symmetrical pattern is the same size, shape, and detail
on both sides.
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