Questions: Draw the reflection of the following triangle over the line p.
Transcript text: QUESTION
Draw the reflection of the following triangle over the line $p$.
Solution
Solution Steps
Step 1: Identify the Line of Reflection
The line of reflection is given as line \( p \), which is the x-axis (y = 0).
Step 2: Determine the Coordinates of the Triangle's Vertices
Identify the coordinates of the vertices of the triangle. Let's assume the vertices are \( A(x_1, y_1) \), \( B(x_2, y_2) \), and \( C(x_3, y_3) \).
Step 3: Reflect Each Vertex Over the Line \( p \)
To reflect a point over the x-axis, you change the sign of the y-coordinate. Therefore, the reflected points will be:
\( A' = (x_1, -y_1) \)
\( B' = (x_2, -y_2) \)
\( C' = (x_3, -y_3) \)
Final Answer
Plot the reflected points \( A' \), \( B' \), and \( C' \) on the graph and connect them to form the reflected triangle. The new triangle will be a mirror image of the original triangle over the x-axis.