Translation of a Triangle

Translation of a Triangle
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2019-08-11 15:35
This example demonstrates how to translate a triangle using translation transformation. Key mathematical concepts include translation, geometric transformations, and ratios. Using the Polygon, Vector, and Translate commands, a triangle can be constructed and translated. Suitable for middle school and above students to learn geometric transformations.

GeoGebra Commands & Parameters

  1. Polygon(A, B, C) → poly1, c, a, b
  2. Intersect(xAxis, yAxis) → D
  3. Vector(D, E) → u
  4. Translate(A, u) → A'
  5. Translate(B, u) → B'
  6. Translate(C, u) → C'
  7. Polygon(A', B', C') → poly1', c', a', b'