Math Problem Statement

The triangles are congruent. Which sequence of rigid motions takes triangle DEF onto triangle BAC?

Solution

To determine the correct sequence of rigid motions that maps triangle DEFDEF onto triangle BACBAC, let's analyze the choices provided:

  1. Step 1: Translation

    • All options suggest translating DEFDEF so that point EE matches point AA. This aligns the triangles partially, setting up for the next transformation.
  2. Step 2: Rotation

    • After translating, the next action involves rotating around a specified point. We need to see which rotation aligns another point correctly:
      • Some options propose rotation to match DD' with BB, while others suggest matching DD' with CC.
      • Observing the layout, rotating around AA to bring DD' to BB seems feasible, as it keeps the configuration similar to BACBAC.
  3. Step 3: Reflection

    • Finally, we consider reflection:
      • To fully align the triangles, reflecting across the line that includes two of the target triangle's vertices should complete the transformation.
      • Reflecting across ABAB (the line containing points AA and BB) would match all vertices.

Based on these steps, the correct answer appears to be the first option:

  • Translate DEFDEF from EE to AA. Rotate DEFD'E'F' using AA as the center so that DD' coincides with BB. Reflect DEFD''E''F'' across line ABAB.

Would you like more details on the transformations or a breakdown of each rigid motion?


Here are five related questions to expand on this:

  1. How do you determine the center of rotation in transformations?
  2. What is the difference between reflection and rotation in rigid motions?
  3. How would the transformations change if we needed to map DEFDEF onto a triangle with different vertex labels?
  4. Can a sequence of transformations ever produce different final results if performed in a different order?
  5. Why is it important that the triangles are congruent when using rigid motions?

Tip: When using rigid motions, focus on matching corresponding points systematically to ensure accuracy in transformations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Congruence
Rigid Motions
Transformations

Formulas

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Theorems

Congruence Transformations
Triangle Congruence Criteria

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10