Exploring Translations in 8th Grade Math

What does the term 'translation' in geometry refer to?

• Rotating a shape around a point

• Altering the color of a shape

• Moving a shape along a path

• Changing the size of a shape

What are the coordinates of point A in the pre-image?

• (2, -4)

• (1, 0)

• (-3, 6)

• (0, 1)

After translating point A, what are the new coordinates of A'?

• (0, 1)

• (-3, 6)

• (2, -4)

• (1, 0)

What is the result of translating point B?

• B' at (-1, 1)

• B' at (-3, 2)

• B' at (0, 1)

• B' at (2, -4)

Where is point C' located after the translation?

• (0, 1)

• (-2, -6)

• (-3, 2)

• (2, -4)

In the second example, what operation is performed on the x-coordinate?

• Division by 4

• Multiplication by 4

• Subtraction of 4

• Addition of 4

What are the new coordinates of point A' in the second example?

• (-3, 2)

• (0, 1)

• (-4, 6)

• (2, -4)

How many units does the pre-image slide left in the second example?

• Four units

• Two units

• Three units

• Five units

What property do the original and translated figures share?

• Different shapes

• Different sizes

• Different colors

• Same size

What geometric term describes figures of the same size and shape?

• Equivalent

• Congruent

• Symmetric

• Similar