Transformations

Front

What is the transformation called when a figure is flipped over a line?

Back

Reflection

Front

When reflecting a point over the x-axis, which coordinate changes?

Back

y-coordinate

Front

What transformation occurs when a figure is flipped across the x-axis?

Back

Reflection across the x-axis

Front

Reflect the point (2, 3) over the y-axis. What is the new point?

Back

(-2, 3)

Front

What is the term for moving a figure without changing its shape or size?

Back

Translation

Front

What is the transformation called when a figure is turned around a point?

Back

Rotation

Front

If a figure is reflected over the y-axis, how does the x-coordinate change?

Back

It changes sign.

Front

What is the result of reflecting the point (4, -5) over the x-axis?

Back

(4, 5)

Front

Identify the transformation: A triangle is rotated 90 degrees clockwise. What is this transformation?

Back

Rotation

Front

What is the effect of a reflection over the line y = x on the coordinates of a point (a, b)?

Back

The coordinates become (b, a).