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Exam-style practice

Symmetry practice questions

Practise mixed syllabus-aligned questions for Symmetry. Aligned to Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics.

Practice questions

Question 1 of 2

Choose an answer, get feedback, then move sideways through the set.

Paper 2 structured question: Symmetry

Paper 2Core or Extended Mathematics4 marks

Diagram Description

Regular Pentagonal Prism

A prism with regular pentagon bases and rectangular sides.

ShapeSymmetry Property
Regular pentagonal prismLines of symmetry and planes of symmetry
  1. a

    State the number of lines of symmetry of the pentagonal base.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

    [1]
  2. b

    Describe the planes of symmetry of the pentagonal prism.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

    [3]