Introduction to Rigid Transformations
Explore
Use the Tool above to select a Transformation (Translate, Rotate, or Reflect) then manipulate the shape. Make observations about similarities and differences when you complete each transformation.
Use the "refresh" button on the GeoGebra Tool to reset the workspace.
Extended Thinking
What do you notice about the angles and side lengths of the figure after you transform it?
Each ' is called a "prime." We read/pronounce this notation "A' " as "A prime."
The original figure ABC is called the pre-image.
The new figure, that is congruent to ABC, is labeled A'B'C' and is called the image.