Identify the Transformation

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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 to create a new shape.

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What is a translation?

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

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What is a reflection?

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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 a rotation?

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A rotation is a transformation that turns a shape around a fixed point at a certain angle.

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What is dilation?

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Dilation is a transformation that changes the size of a shape, either enlarging or reducing it, while maintaining its proportions.

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What does it mean to identify a transformation?

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Identifying a transformation means recognizing the type of movement or change applied to a shape.

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How can you tell if a shape has been translated?

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A shape has been translated if it has moved to a different location without changing its size or orientation.

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How can you tell if a shape has been reflected?

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A shape has been reflected if it appears as a mirror image across a specific line.

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How can you tell if a shape has been rotated?

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A shape has been rotated if it has turned around a point, changing its orientation but not its size.

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How can you tell if a shape has been dilated?

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A shape has been dilated if its size has changed, either larger or smaller, but its shape remains the same.