transformations

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What is a transformation in geometry?

Back

A transformation is an operation that moves or changes a shape in some way to create a new shape.

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What are the three main types of transformations?

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The three main types of transformations are translation, rotation, and reflection.

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Define translation in geometry.

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Translation is a transformation that moves a shape from one location to another without changing its size, shape, or orientation.

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What is rotation in geometry?

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Rotation is a transformation that turns a shape around a fixed point, called the center of rotation, by a certain angle.

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Define reflection in geometry.

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Reflection is a transformation that flips a shape over a line, creating a mirror image of the original shape.

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What does it mean to rotate a shape 90 degrees clockwise?

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To rotate a shape 90 degrees clockwise means to turn the shape 90 degrees to the right around a fixed point.

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What is the line of reflection?

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The line of reflection is the line over which a shape is flipped to create its mirror image.

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How does a translation affect the coordinates of a shape?

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A translation affects the coordinates of a shape by adding or subtracting values from the x and/or y coordinates.

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What is the difference between a rotation and a reflection?

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A rotation turns a shape around a point, while a reflection flips a shape over a line.

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Can a shape undergo multiple transformations?

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Yes, a shape can undergo multiple transformations, such as translating and then rotating.