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Real World Math: Symmetry

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What does it mean if an object is symmetrical? It must have a corresponding point on the opposite side of the line of reflection. Students will learn the properties associated with symmetry. Some terms include: line of reflection, axis, symmetry, and line of symmetry. Part of the Real World Math series.

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