Question

a slide is also called a translation.
a translation moves each point of a
figure the same distance and in the
same direction.

describe the translation.

figure a is translated 6 units
?
to form figure b.

to the left

to the right

up

down

Explanation:

Step1: Identify direction of translation

Compare positions of Figure A and B: B is above A.

Step2: Count vertical units

Pick a corresponding point in A and B, count upward grid units: 6 units.

Answer:

up