8th math Transformations

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What is a transformation in geometry?

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A transformation is an operation that moves or changes a shape in some way on a graph, including turning, flipping, or sliding.

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What does dilation mean in the context of transformations?

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Dilation is a transformation that alters the size of a shape, either enlarging or reducing it based on a scale factor.

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What is the scale factor in a dilation?

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The scale factor is a number that determines how much a shape is enlarged or reduced during a dilation.

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What happens to a shape when the scale factor is greater than one?

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When the scale factor is greater than one, the shape undergoes an enlargement.

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What happens to a shape when the scale factor is less than one?

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When the scale factor is less than one, the shape undergoes a reduction.

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What does rotation mean in geometry?

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Rotation means to turn a shape around a fixed point.

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What is a reflection in geometry?

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

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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 it over a line.

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What is a translation in geometry?

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A translation is a transformation that slides a shape from one position to another without changing its size or orientation.

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Can a shape undergo multiple transformations at once?

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