Finding Single Transformation: Challenge & Extension

Mathematics
Grade 7
16 questions
~32 mins
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A challenging worksheet focusing on identifying the single transformation resulting from combining basic transformations such as rotations, translations, and reflections. Designed for extension and problem-solving practice.

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Finding Single Transformation: Challenge & Extension

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Grade Grade 7
A

Fluency & Practice

Answer the following questions to practice combining transformations. Show your working in the grid spaces provided.
1.
A figure is translated 4 units right and then reflected across the y-axis. Describe the single transformation equivalent to these two steps.
[3 marks]
2.
Calculate the combined transformation of rotating 90° clockwise followed by translating 3 units down.
[4 marks]
3.
A figure is reflected across the x-axis and then rotated 180°. What single transformation results in this sequence?
[3 marks]
4.
Construct a transformation sequence where a figure is translated 2 units left and then rotated 90° counterclockwise. Describe the single transformation.
[4 marks]
B

Problem Solving & Reasoning

Solve these multi-step problems involving combining transformations. Explain your reasoning clearly.
1.
A triangle undergoes a reflection across the y-axis, then a translation 5 units up, and finally a 180° rotation around the origin. Describe the single transformation equivalent and justify your answer.
[5 marks]
2.
Determine the single transformation that combines a 270° clockwise rotation and a horizontal translation of 6 units to the right. Show your working.
[4 marks]
3.
Explain why combining two reflections across intersecting lines results in a rotation, and specify the angle of rotation.
[4 marks]
4.
A translation 3 units left is followed by a reflection across the y-axis. Find the single transformation that achieves this.
[3 marks]
C

Real-world Applications

Solve these word problems applying your knowledge of combining transformations in real-world contexts.
1.
A robot moves 5 units forward, then turns 90° clockwise and moves 3 units. Describe the single transformation needed for the robot to return to its original position from its last point.
[4 marks]
2.
A drone shifts 10 meters east, then flips vertically over a horizontal axis. What is the equivalent single transformation?
[3 marks]
D

Challenge & Extension

Solve these advanced problems involving combining multiple transformations into a single step. These are designed to stretch your understanding.
1.
A shape undergoes a translation 2 units right, a reflection across the x-axis, then a rotation 270° clockwise about the origin. Find the single transformation that combines all these steps.
[5 marks]
2.
Prove that a reflection across a line followed by a rotation about the same point results in a different transformation. Use an example with specific angles.
[5 marks]
E

Mixed Review

Answer these varied questions to review your understanding of combining transformations.
1.
A figure is rotated 180°, then translated 4 units down. Describe the single transformation equivalent.
[3 marks]
2.
A reflection across the y-axis is followed by a translation 2 units right. What is the combined transformation?
[3 marks]
F

Error Analysis

Identify the common mistake in each scenario and correct it.
1.
A student combines a reflection across the x-axis and then a translation 3 units left, but claims the result is just a reflection across the x-axis. Explain the mistake and correct it.
[4 marks]
2.
A student rotates a shape 90° counterclockwise and then reflects it across the y-axis, believing this is a single transformation. Is this correct? Explain.
[4 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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