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Edexcel IGCSE Math A 5.2 transformation geometry

Use this transformation-geometry page to move shapes on grids and describe the single transformation using the correct centre, line or vector.

Syllabus
First assessment 2018
Course
Math A 4MA1
Level
Foundation

Exam points

  • Describe a single transformation fully, including centre, angle, line or vector.
  • Rotate, reflect or translate shapes accurately on coordinate grids with labels.
  • Enlarge shapes using a scale factor and centre, then label the image accurately.

Covered syllabus points

5.2.A Specifying rotations5.2.B Rotate a shape about a point through a given angle5.2.C Positive and negative rotations5.2.D Reflection in a mirror line5.2.E Constructing mirror lines and reflections5.2.F Translation by distance and direction5.2.G Translate a shape5.2.H Column vectors in translations5.2.I Rigid transformations and congruence5.2.J Specifying enlargements5.2.K Angle and length effects of enlargement5.2.L Enlarge a shape given the scale factor With or without5.2.M Complete descriptions of transformations

5.2 Transformation geometry question 1

[Maximum number: 3]
Figure for Question 5.2 Transformation geometry question 1 — Edexcel IGCSE Math A Foundation

Question (a)

(a)

On the grid, rotate triangle A180∘\mathbf{A} 180^{\circ} about (1,-1)

Label the new triangle B

[ 2 ]

Question (b)

(b)

On the grid, translate triangle A by the vector (−73)\begin{pmatrix}-7\\3\end{pmatrix}

Label the new triangle C

[ 1 ]

5.2 Transformation geometry question 2

[Maximum number: 4]
Figure for Question 5.2 Transformation geometry question 2 — Edexcel IGCSE Math A Foundation

Question (a)

(a)

Describe fully the single transformation that maps shape A onto shape B

[ 2 ]

Question (b)

(b)

On the grid, reflect shape A in the line with equation y=-1

[ 2 ]
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