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Symmetries of a Quadrilateral I

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Learners examine the properties of quadrilaterals from the point of view of rigid motion. Different types of quadrilaterals are characterized by their symmetries, so learners explore the symmetries of a described quadrilateral to identify its type.

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Instructional Ideas
  • You will find geometry software beneficial when students explore and experiment with multiple types of quadrilaterals and their symmetries 
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners may benefit from having geometry software and/or some patty paper to help them experiment and visualize this task
Pros
  • A detailed description of the solution is included
  • Helpful commentary for the teacher
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  • None
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