Which design principle uses identical objects mirrored on both sides of an imaginary axis?

• A. Radial Balance
• B. Symmetrical Balance
• C. Asymmetrical Balance
• D. Repetition

Answer: (B)

The concept here is symmetry in design, specifically symmetrical balance. It’s achieved when elements on one side of an imaginary axis are mirrored exactly by identical elements on the other side, creating a formal, stable, and balanced composition. That mirror-image arrangement makes the visual weight evenly distributed and tells the viewer the design feels orderly and calm. This differs from radial balance, where elements are arranged around a central point in a circular pattern; from asymmetrical balance, where different elements but equal visual weight are used without a mirror image; and from repetition, which focuses on repeating elements to create rhythm rather than a mirror across an axis.