ECZ 2019 · GCE Paper 1 — Symmetry
The diagram shows a prism with a base that is a regular hexagon. How many planes of symmetry does it have?
- A. 6
- B. 12
- C. 8
- D. 7
Verified working — step 1
A regular hexagonal prism has 6 planes running along its length (through opposite vertices or opposite edge mid-points of the hexagonal base) PLUS 1 transverse plane cutting the prism in half parallel to its two hexagonal ends. Total: 6 + 1 = …The full step-by-step working and final answer are included with Premium — checked against ECZ marking standards.
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