Translations

Front

What is the original figure prior to a transformation called?

Back

Pre-image

Front

When translating left or right on a coordinate plane, which coordinate is affected?

Back

x-coordinate

Front

Write the rule for this translation: Slide 3 up and 2 right.

Back

(x, y) → (x + 2, y + 3)

Front

What happens to the point (-9, 3) when it is translated 4 units down and 3 units right?

Back

(-6, -1)

Front

Translations are always _______

Back

Congruent

Front

What is a translation in geometry?

Back

A transformation that moves every point of a figure the same distance in a specified direction.

Front

If a point (a, b) is translated 5 units left and 2 units up, what is the new point?

Back

(a - 5, b + 2)

Front

What is the effect of translating a shape on its size and shape?

Back

The size and shape remain unchanged.

Front

What is the image in a transformation?

Back

The resulting figure after a transformation has been applied.

Front

How do you represent a translation on a coordinate plane?

Back

By using a rule that describes how each coordinate changes.