Exploring Rigid Transformations

Definitions

Rigid Transformations - A transformation that does not alter the size or shape of a figure.

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A translation of an object is a _________________________ transformation because it keeps the same shape and size of the original.

The segment with the arrow on the end is called a vector. What happens when you move point E?

Describe what happens when you put point E on top of point D. Why do you think this happens?

A reflection of an object is a _________________________ transformation because it keeps the same shape and size of the original.

The line of reflection is the ______________________ of the segments that connect corresponding vertices.

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A reflection is a ____________________ (Select all that apply)

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A rotation of an object is a ______________________ transformation because it keeps the same shape and size of the original.

In this applet the Center of rotation is what point?

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In this diagram the angle of rotation is which angle?

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In this applet the angle changes by 90 degrees. What happens when the angle of rotation is 360 degrees?

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