Transformations

Front

When you translate a point (x-4,y), where does it move?

Back

4 units left.

Front

Reflecting over the y-axis changes the ____-_____________.

Back

x-coordinate.

Front

What happens when you reflect a shape over an axis or line?

Back

You flip it.

Front

What is a turn in geometry also called?

Back

Rotation.

Front

If point (-5,2) is reflected over the y-axis, where is the new point located?

Back

(5,2).

Front

What is a transformation in geometry?

Back

A change in position, size, or shape of a figure.

Front

What are the three main types of transformations?

Back

Translation, Reflection, Rotation.

Front

What does a translation do to a shape?

Back

It slides the shape to a different position without changing its size or orientation.

Front

What is the result of reflecting a point (x,y) over the x-axis?

Back

The new point is (x,-y).

Front

What is the result of rotating a point 90 degrees counterclockwise around the origin?

Back

The new point (x,y) becomes (-y,x).