Math Problem Statement

What rigid transformation maps triangle A''B''C'' to triangle DEF?

Solution

The question asks what rigid transformation maps triangle ABC\triangle A''B''C'' to triangle DEF\triangle DEF.

Key points:

  • Rigid transformations include reflection, rotation, and translation, as they preserve the shape and size of the figure.
  • The given triangles ABC\triangle A''B''C'' and DEF\triangle DEF are congruent (as suggested by the context of the problem mentioning AAS, Angle-Angle-Side congruence), so a rigid transformation exists between them.

From the diagram:

  • ABC\triangle A''B''C'' seems to be rotated and translated to match DEF\triangle DEF.
  • Given this, the appropriate rigid transformation that maps ABC\triangle A''B''C'' to DEF\triangle DEF is most likely rotation.

Thus, the correct answer is:

Rotation.

Would you like further details on AAS or rigid transformations? Here are some follow-up questions:

  1. What is the definition of AAS (Angle-Angle-Side) congruence?
  2. How does a rotation transformation differ from a reflection?
  3. What are the properties preserved in a rigid transformation?
  4. Can a dilation be a rigid transformation? Why or why not?
  5. How do you determine the center of rotation in a geometric transformation?

Tip:

Rigid transformations (reflection, rotation, and translation) always preserve distances and angles, meaning the image is congruent to the preimage.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Rigid Transformations
Congruence

Formulas

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Theorems

AAS (Angle-Angle-Side) Congruence Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10