GCSE Maths Practice: transformations

Question 3 of 10

Count the lines of symmetry in a square.

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\( \begin{array}{l}\text{How many lines of symmetry does a square have?}\end{array} \)

Choose one option:

Draw the square and fold along each potential symmetry line.

A square is a regular quadrilateral with equal sides and angles. It has four lines of symmetry: two along the diagonals and two through the midpoints of opposite sides. Symmetry is important for identifying shapes, solving transformation problems, and understanding geometric properties. Practice folding paper squares along these lines to visualize symmetry. Recognize lines of symmetry in other regular polygons to extend understanding.