Translations and Reflections

Front

What is the original figure prior to a transformation called?

Back

Pre-image

Front

What is the result of a transformation called?

Back

Image

Front

What is a reflection in geometry?

Back

When you flip or mirror an object across a line.

Front

If you reflect the point (2, -4) over the y-axis, what is the new point?

Back

(-2, -4)

Front

What does it mean to translate a point in geometry?

Back

To slide the point from one location to another without rotating or flipping it.

Front

If point X is at (1, 2) and you translate it 3 units to the left and 4 units up, where is X'?

Back

(-2, 6)

Front

What is the transformation that turns an object around a point called?

Back

Rotation

Front

If you translate the point (0, 0) 5 units to the right and 2 units down, what is the new point?

Back

(5, -2)

Front

What is the line called that a figure is reflected over?

Back

Line of reflection

Front

If point A is at (3, 4) and you reflect it over the x-axis, where is A'?

Back

(3, -4)