Question

select the correct answer.
a figure in the second quadrant is reflected over the y - axis. in which quadrant will the reflected figure appear?
a. first quadrant
b. second quadrant
c. third quadrant
d. fourth quadrant

Explanation:

Step1: Recall quadrant signs

Second quadrant: $(-x, +y)$

Step2: Reflect over y-axis

Rule: $(x,y) \to (-x,y)$ → $(-x,y) \to (x,y)$

Step3: Identify new quadrant

$(x,y)$ is first quadrant.

Answer:

A. first quadrant