The image shows two shapes labeled
A and
B, separated by a
dashed red vertical line. Both shapes are made up of the same arrangement of squares, with a black dot in one of the squares.
Let’s analyze the transformation from shape A to shape B:
- The
shape is identical in both A and B.
- The
orientation of the shape is the same — no flipping or turning.
- The
position of the shape has changed: it appears on the opposite side of the dashed line.
- The
distance from the dashed line to corresponding points on the shape is equal on both sides.
- The
black dot is mirrored across the dashed line.
This indicates that shape B is a
mirror image of shape A across the dashed red line.
Therefore, the transformation is:
>
Reflection
✔ Correct answer: A. Reflection
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Why not the others?
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B. Translation: This would mean the shape was moved without changing its orientation or direction. But here, the shape is flipped across the line — not just shifted.
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C. Rotation: This would involve turning the shape around a point. However, the orientation is preserved, and there's no rotation visible.
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Final Answer:
A. Reflection ✔
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of translations reflections and rotations worksheet answers.
