Common types of transformation (Geometry, Transformations) – Mathplanet (2024)

Any image in a plane could be altered by using different operations, or transformations. Here are the most common types:

Common types of transformation (Geometry, Transformations) – Mathplanet (1)

Translation is when we slide a figure in any direction.

Reflection is when we flip a figure over a line.

Rotation is when we rotate a figure a certain degree around a point.

Dilation is when we enlarge or reduce a figure.

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Determine which of the triangles that is a reflection, a rotation and a dilation

Common types of transformation (Geometry, Transformations) – Mathplanet (2024)
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