What is a translation in geometry?
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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A translation is a type of transformation that moves every point of a shape the same distance in a specified direction.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you translate a shape 4 units down?
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To translate a shape 4 units down, subtract 4 from the y-coordinate of each point of the shape.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does translating a shape 5 units to the right involve?
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To translate a shape 5 units to the right, add 5 to the x-coordinate of each point of the shape.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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If a shape is translated 3 units up, what happens to its coordinates?
Back
The y-coordinate of each point of the shape increases by 3.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the effect of translating a shape 2 units left?
Back
Translating a shape 2 units left decreases the x-coordinate of each point by 2.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the two directions you can apply to the 'y' coordinate when translating?
Back
You can apply 'up' or 'down' to the 'y' coordinate.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the result of translating a shape 3 units right and 3 units up?
Back
The x-coordinate increases by 3 and the y-coordinate increases by 3 for each point of the shape.
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