What is a Transformation?

What is a Transformation?

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Transformations can be really fun! They allow you to change or move a figure. In this tutorial, learn about all the different kinds of transformations!

Keywords:

  • definition
  • transformation
  • change
  • movement
  • image
  • reflection
  • dilation
  • rotation
  • translation

Background Tutorials

  • Transformation Definitions

      • What is a Reflection?What is a Reflection?

      What is a Reflection?

      When you look in the mirror, you see your reflection. In math, you can create mirror images of figures by reflecting them over a given line. This tutorial introduces you to reflections and shows you some examples of reflections. Take a look!

  • Ordered Pairs and The Coordinate Plane

      • What is the Coordinate Plane?What is the Coordinate Plane?

      What is the Coordinate Plane?

      You can't graph a function or plot ordered pairs without a coordinate plane! Learn about the coordinate plane by watching this tutorial.

Further Exploration

  • Rotating Figures

      • How Do You Rotate a Figure 180 Degrees Around the Origin?How Do You Rotate a Figure 180 Degrees Around the Origin?

      How Do You Rotate a Figure 180 Degrees Around the Origin?

      Rotating a figure about the origin can be a little tricky, but this tutorial can help! This tutorial shows you how to rotate coordinates from the original figure about the origin. Then, simply connect the points to create the new figure. See this process in action by watching this tutorial!