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Question
Draw a triangle with only one line of symmetry. In case, if possible, represent the line/ lines of symmetry by dotted lines. Also, write the special name of the triangle drawn.
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Solution
Isosceles Triangle: It has one line of symmetry as shown.

[Isosceles Δ]
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