Review of Four Transformations -Math 8

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What are translations in geometry?

Back

Translations are transformations that slide a figure from one position to another without changing its size, shape, or orientation. They are always congruent.

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CCSS.8.G.A.3

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.5

Front

What is the rule for the translation of a point (x, y) to (x + 2, y - 1)?

Back

The rule for this translation is (x + 2, y - 1).

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CCSS.8.G.A.3

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.5

Front

What is the original figure before a transformation called?

Back

The original figure is called the Pre-image.

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CCSS.8.G.A.3

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.5

Front

What is the result of a transformation called?

Back

The result of a transformation is called the Image.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.A.2

Front

Identify the transformation: A triangle is moved 3 units to the right and 2 units up. What type of transformation is this?

Back

This is a Translation.

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CCSS.8.G.A.3

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.5

Front

What quadrant is the point (3, -4) located in?

Back

The point (3, -4) is located in Quadrant IV.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6B

Front

What does it mean for two figures to be congruent?

Back

Two figures are congruent if they have the same shape and size, but may be in different positions.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

Front

If a figure is reflected over the x-axis, what happens to the y-coordinates of its points?

Back

The y-coordinates of the points are multiplied by -1.

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CCSS.8.G.A.3

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.5

Front

What is a rotation in geometry?

Back

A rotation is a transformation that turns a figure around a fixed point, called the center of rotation.

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CCSS.8.G.A.3

CCSS.HSG.CO.A.5

Front

What is the effect of a dilation on a figure?

Back

A dilation changes the size of a figure but keeps its shape the same.

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CCSS.8.G.A.3