Question

consider the reflectional symmetry of the shape.
how many lines of symmetry does the shape have?
2
3
4
5

Explanation:

Analyze the geometry of the shape

The shape is a symmetric cross (plus sign) with equal-length arms extending horizontally and vertically.

Identify horizontal and vertical lines of symmetry

• One vertical line passing through the center of the vertical bar.
• One horizontal line passing through the center of the horizontal bar.

Identify diagonal lines of symmetry

• One diagonal line at \(45^\circ\) passing through the center.
• One diagonal line at \(135^\circ\) passing through the center.

Total lines of symmetry = \(2 + 2 = 4\).

Answer:

• 2
• 3
• 4 (Correct answer)
• 5