Reflection

Reflection

A reflection flips a figure across a mirror line; it does not turn it.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR

Your checklist

1The mirror line
2Handedness
3Which side the marker moves to
4Horizontal or vertical flip
WORKED EXAMPLE 1

Which option applies exactly the same visual change as the first pair?

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WORKED EXAMPLE 2

Which option applies exactly the same visual change as the first pair?

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COMMON TRAPS

Avoid these mistakes

Rotating instead of flipping

A reflected asymmetric figure changes handedness.

TRY IT YOURSELF

Apply the rule

Choose a short guided set. Each question appears separately so the visual rule stays clear.