Chapter 9.5, Problem 2BCYP

To determine

To state whether the given figure appears to have rotational symmetry. If yes state the order and the magnitude of symmetry.

Answer to Problem 2BCYP

Rotational symmetry, degree $3$ , magnitude $120$ degrees.

Explanation of Solution

Given:

The given figure is as follows-

  

Calculation:

The above figure seems to have order six rotational symmetry but actually it doesn’t have because $3$ leaves are small and $3$ leaves are big.

Therefore, the figure has order $3$ rotational symmetry. Thus the magnitude is $360/3=120$ degrees.