Geometry of 2x2 Matrix Multiplication with Intro Questions
Notice that you can change the points in one shape. What happens to the other shape and why?
Question 1
Where do the two shapes line up exactly? What is the matrix representation of this? Why do you think this works? Keep the shapes overlapping.
Question 2
What happens when we change the location of X' and Y'? Try out several combinations and reflect below on any patterns you may see. Note: You may want to move along the axes first, then try other locations.
Question 3a
Look at the matrix representation for the transformation. This tool uses matrix multiplication. Which elements in the matrices represent the coordinates for X' and Y'? How do you know?
Question 3b
Which elements in the matrices represent the transformation? Explain which coordinate impacts each direction.
Question 4
Look at the right-hand side of the representation for matrix multiplication. Write down some notes on possible rules for calculating matrix multiplication.