Math Problem Statement

Triangle XYZ is shown on the coordinate plane.

Triangle XYZ on the coordinate plane with ordered pairs at X 4, 5, at Y 5, 3, at Z 1, 3

If triangle XYZ is translated using the rule (x, y) → (x + 1, y − 4) and then reflected across the y-axis to create triangle X″Y″Z″, what is the location of Z″?

(−2, −1) (−5, 1) (−6, −1) (2, 1)

Solution

To solve this problem, let's break it down into two steps based on the transformations:

Step 1: Apply the translation

The translation rule is: (x,y)(x+1,y4)(x, y) \to (x + 1, y - 4)

The coordinates of ZZ are (1,3)(1, 3). Applying the translation rule to Z(1,3)Z(1, 3):

Z=(1+1,34)=(2,1)Z' = (1 + 1, 3 - 4) = (2, -1)

Step 2: Apply the reflection across the y-axis

Reflection across the y-axis changes the x-coordinate by changing its sign, while the y-coordinate remains the same. So, for the point Z(2,1)Z'(2, -1), the reflected point ZZ'' will have coordinates:

Z=(2,1)Z'' = (-2, -1)

Final Answer:

The location of ZZ'' is (2,1)(-2, -1).

Thus, the correct option is: (2,1)\boxed{(-2, -1)}

Would you like further details on any of these steps, or is there another question you'd like to explore?

Here are some related questions you could try:

  1. What is the new location of point X after the same transformations?
  2. How would the coordinates of the points change if the reflection was across the x-axis instead?
  3. What is the general formula for a translation of the form (x,y)(x+a,y+b)(x, y) \to (x + a, y + b)?
  4. How does reflecting a point over the y-axis affect its distance from the origin?
  5. What would the coordinates of triangle XYZ be if the translation was different, such as (x,y)(x2,y+3)(x, y) \to (x - 2, y + 3)?

Tip: When applying transformations, breaking down each step and working with the coordinates individually can help avoid errors, especially when dealing with multiple transformations like translations and reflections.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Coordinate Geometry
Transformations
Translations
Reflections

Formulas

Translation: (x, y) → (x + a, y + b)
Reflection across y-axis: (x, y) → (-x, y)

Theorems

Transformation Theorem
Reflection Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10