Matrices and Geometric Transformations

Matrices and Geometric Transformations

Grade 12 · Math · 45 min· South Carolina Rm.mgsr.1. Identify Transformations Using Matrices.

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Learning Objective

I can construct matrices to organize information and discern whether a given matrix can be used to describe a specific geometric transformation.

Warm-Up Video

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Linear transformations and matrices | Chapter 3, Essence of linear algebra

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7 questions · Short answer

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Quick comprehension check

A linear transformation reflects points across the y-axis. Construct the 2x2 matrix that represents this transformation. A linear transformation scales all x-coordinates by a factor of 3 while leaving y-coordinates unchanged. Construct the 2x2 matrix that represents this transformation.

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