Congruence and Similarity

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What does congruent mean?

Back

Same size, same shape

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What type of transformation is a reflection?

Back

A transformation that flips a figure over a line, creating a mirror image.

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Are the two figures congruent if they are the same shape but different sizes?

Back

No, they are not congruent.

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What does clockwise mean in terms of rotation?

Back

To turn in the same direction as the hands of a clock.

Front

What is a translation in geometry?

Back

A transformation that slides a figure from one position to another without turning it.

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What does similarity mean in geometry?

Back

Figures that have the same shape but may have different sizes.

Front

What is a rotation in geometry?

Back

A transformation that turns a figure around a fixed point.

Front

What is the line of reflection?

Back

The line over which a figure is reflected to create a mirror image.

Front

Can two figures be similar but not congruent?

Back

Yes, if they have the same shape but different sizes.

Front

What is the difference between congruence and similarity?

Back

Congruence means same size and shape; similarity means same shape but different sizes.