Math Problem Statement

If point C is located at (4, -5), what are the coordinates of C', its reflection across the x-axis?

Solution

The problem asks for the coordinates of point CC', which is the reflection of point C(4,5)C(4, -5) across the x-axis.

To reflect a point across the x-axis, you negate its y-coordinate while keeping the x-coordinate the same.

Given that point CC is located at (4,5)(4, -5), its reflection across the x-axis would be:

C(4,5)C'(4, 5)

Thus, the coordinates of CC' are (4,5)(4, 5).

Would you like more details on reflections or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:

  1. How would you reflect a point across the y-axis?
  2. What are the coordinates of the reflection of (4,5)(4, -5) across the origin?
  3. If a point is reflected twice, once across the x-axis and then across the y-axis, what would be the result?
  4. How do you determine the reflection of a point across a diagonal line like y=xy = x?
  5. What are the rules for reflecting a point across a general line y=mx+by = mx + b?

Tip: When reflecting across an axis, always pay attention to whether you're changing the x or y value based on which axis is involved!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Reflections
Coordinate Plane

Formulas

Reflection across the x-axis: (x, y) -> (x, -y)

Theorems

Reflection Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8