4MA0 Foundation January 2012 Paper 2 Q3
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(a) The diagram shows triangle \(ABC\).

(i) \(AB = AC\).
What type of triangle is triangle \(ABC\)?
What type of triangle is triangle \(ABC\)?
(ii) On the triangle, draw the line of symmetry.
(2)(b)
(i) In the space below, draw a quadrilateral which has exactly one line of symmetry.
(ii) On the quadrilateral, draw its line of symmetry.
(iii) Write down the mathematical name of this quadrilateral.
(3)| Scheme | Marks |
|---|---|
| (i) Answer: isosceles | B1 |
| (ii) Answer: line of symmetry | B1 |
| (2) |
Notes
B1: Condone spelling errors
B1: Award for clear attempt to draw a line which passes through A and the midpoint of BC.
| Scheme | Marks |
|---|---|
| (i) Answer: drawing of kite or isosceles trapezium or arrowhead (dart, deltoid) | B1 |
| (ii) Answer: line of symmetry | B1 |
| (iii) Answer: correct name of their shape | B1 |
| (3) | |
| (Total 5 marks) |
Notes
B1: dep on first B1
Accept any recognisable spelling
(Condone omission of ‘isosceles’)