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Matrix Transformations – using matrices to represent and determine geometric transformations
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Question 1 · 1 mark · Difficulty 1/3

A graphics designer in Kingston, Jamaica is creating a logo for a local company. She uses a transformation matrix to reflect the design in the y-axis. Which of the following matrices represents this reflection?

  1. [[1, 0], [0, -1]]
  2. [[-1, 0], [0, 1]]
  3. [[0, 1], [1, 0]]
  4. [[0, -1], [-1, 0]]
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✓ Answer: B[[-1, 0], [0, 1]]
Award 1 mark for correct identification of the y-axis reflection matrix. Option A is incorrect — this represents reflection in the x-axis. Option C confuses reflection with the matrix for reflection in the line y = x. Option D is incorrect — this does not represent any standard reflection.
Question 2 · 1 mark · Difficulty 2/3

An architect in Port of Spain, Trinidad is designing a building with symmetrical features. She reflects a design element in the line y = x. Which transformation matrix should she use?

  1. [[0, 1], [1, 0]]
  2. [[1, 0], [0, 1]]
  3. [[-1, 0], [0, -1]]
  4. [[1, 1], [0, 1]]
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✓ Answer: A[[0, 1], [1, 0]]
Award 1 mark for correct identification. This matrix reflects points in the line y = x by swapping x and y coordinates. Option B is incorrect — this is the identity matrix (no transformation). Option C represents rotation of 180° about the origin. Option D is incorrect — this represents a shear.
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