Math Problem Statement
Write the coordinates of the vertices after a reflection over the line y = x.
Solution
To solve this problem, we are tasked with finding the coordinates of the vertices of the shape after a reflection over the line .
Steps to Solve:
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Understanding Reflection Over :
- When reflecting a point over the line , the coordinates of the point are swapped. The new coordinates become .
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Identify the Vertices: From the grid, the vertices of the original shape are:
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Apply the Reflection Rule: For each point , swap and :
Reflected Coordinates:
After the reflection over , the coordinates of the vertices are:
Would you like more details or have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:
- What happens to the coordinates when reflecting over the line ?
- How do you verify if the reflection was performed correctly?
- Can you describe how reflections over other lines (like or ) are performed?
- What is the distance between the original points and their reflected images?
- How would the shape look if it were reflected over the -axis instead?
Tip: Always double-check your reflections by plotting both the original and reflected points on the graph!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Reflections
Coordinate Plane
Formulas
Reflection over y = x: Swap (x, y) to (y, x)
Theorems
Reflection symmetry
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8