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counting and probability junior
Problem
What is the minimum number of small squares that must be colored black so that a line of symmetry lies on the diagonal of square ?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Solution
Rotating square counterclockwise so that the line of symmetry is a vertical line makes it easier to see that squares need to be colored to match its corresponding square.
Final answer
D