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GCSE Maths Symmetry of 3D Solids Exam Questions
Free GCSE Maths exam questions on Symmetry of 3D Solids, with full model answers. Covers planes of symmetry and rotational symmetry in 3D.
Symmetry of 3D Solids exam questions
1 question pack of real past exam questions with its mark scheme. Answer every question without notes, then mark your answers line by line against the mark scheme.
About GCSE Maths Symmetry of 3D Solids
Symmetry of 3D Solids is a Grade 6+ GCSE Maths topic, so it mostly comes up on Higher tier papers. These questions suit Cambridge IGCSE. Work through the pack without notes, then mark every answer against the model answers and redo any you got wrong a few days later.
What you need to know
- Planes of symmetry Cuts a solid into mirror halves.
- Cuboids Three planes for a non-cube cuboid.
- Cubes Nine planes.
Common mistakes in Symmetry of 3D Solids
- Confusing planes with lines.
- Missing diagonal planes.
Try two Symmetry of 3D Solids exam-style questions
1. How many planes of symmetry does a cube have? (1 mark)
Show the mark scheme answer
9
2. How many does a cuboid with all different sides have? (1 mark)
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3
Symmetry of 3D Solids FAQs
Which exam boards include Symmetry of 3D Solids?
These questions suit Cambridge IGCSE.
What grade is Symmetry of 3D Solids in GCSE Maths?
It is a Grade 6+ topic, so it mostly appears on Higher tier papers.
How should I use these Symmetry of 3D Solids questions?
Answer every question without notes, then check each answer against the model answers and redo the ones you got wrong.
