Math Problem Statement

Write the rule for the following translation based on the image showing two triangles: one before translation and one after translation.

Solution

In the image, we see two triangles: the original triangle TUVTUV in black, and its image TUVT'U'V' after a translation in blue. The goal is to determine the translation rule that maps triangle TUVTUV to triangle TUVT'U'V'.

Step 1: Choose a Point

To identify the translation, we can select one point from each triangle and observe how the point moved. Let's use point TT (in black) and its translated point TT' (in blue).

Step 2: Measure the Translation

  • The coordinates of TT are approximately (1,4)(1, 4).
  • The coordinates of TT' are approximately (4,2)(-4, 2).

Now, calculate the movement:

  • The x-coordinate moved from 1 to -4, which is a shift of 5 units left (since 1(4)=51 - (-4) = 5).
  • The y-coordinate moved from 4 to 2, which is a shift of 2 units down (since 42=24 - 2 = 2).

Step 3: Write the Rule

The translation can be described as 5 units left and 2 units down.

Looking at the answer choices:

  • Option c: 5 units left and 2 units up is closest, but it says "up" instead of "down."
  • None of the provided options exactly match the translation rule based on the observed shifts.

Would you like more details or further clarification on the problem? Here are five related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How can you verify the translation by checking other points like UU and VV?
  2. What is the general form of a translation rule in coordinate geometry?
  3. How does translation differ from other transformations like rotation or reflection?
  4. How can you confirm a translation by comparing the lengths of sides and angles of the original and translated figures?
  5. Why do translations not change the orientation of a figure?

Tip: When analyzing translations, always check both the x- and y-coordinates for shifts to avoid confusion with other transformations like reflections.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Translations
Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

Translation rule: (x, y) -> (x + a, y + b)

Theorems

Properties of Translations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8