Key Concepts
Question 5 - Transformations
How to do it - 2013 Q5
(a) Draw the given figure
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(b) Central SymmetryIn central symmetry, everything is flipped through a single point, o.
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(b) Axial SymmetryIn axial symmetry, the image is flipped over along a given line
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(b) TranslationIn a translation, the original image is simply moved along the page
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(b) Rotation through 120 degIn a rotation, the original image is rotated through a centre of rotation.
corners and you get a 30 deg angle)
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Exam Questions
Useful Tips
- Take the time to set up the points P1-P4 correctly
- Read the order of transformations carefully
- Think about how many points you need to transform in order to draw the image
- The rotation can be tough but it's usually last