A rectangle has vertices (–1, 1), (–4, 1), (–1, 3), and (–4, 3). If the rectangle is reflected over the y-axis, what algebraic r

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A rectangle has vertices (–1, 1), (–4, 1), (–1, 3), and (–4, 3). If the rectangle is reflected over the y-axis, what algebraic r

ule can be used to find each of the new vertices?
Select one:

A. (x,y)→(−x,−y)

B. (x,y)→(–y,–x)

C. (x,y)→(y,−x)

D. (x,y)→(−x,y)

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Volgvan · Answer 1 · 2023-04-21T22:17:50+03:00

Volgvan2 years ago

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Answer:

D. (x,y)→(−x,y)

Step-by-step explanation:

Reflecting OVER the Y axis means it will end up on the other side of the Y axis line. The Y coordinates remain unchanged while the X coordinates invert. Attaching a crude diagram to help you picture it.