Translations and Reflections

Front

Reflect the point T(2, -4) over the y-axis. What is the new point T'?

Back

T' (-2, -4)

Front

Reflect G (6, -3) over the x-axis. What is the new point G'?

Back

G' (6, 3)

Front

Reflecting a shape is like ___________ a shape over the line of symmetry.

Back

flipping

Front

If you reflect Point C over the y-axis, where does it end up?

Back

C' (-3, 2)

Front

The transformation that moves a shape like a slide is called a ______________.

Back

translation

Front

What is the definition of reflection in geometry?

Back

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

Front

What is the definition of translation in geometry?

Back

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

Front

What happens to the coordinates of a point (x, y) when it is reflected over the y-axis?

Back

The new coordinates are (-x, y).

Front

What happens to the coordinates of a point (x, y) when it is reflected over the x-axis?

Back

The new coordinates are (x, -y).

Front

What is the line of symmetry in a reflection?

Back

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