Grade 8 Math Sample Question 11

Point J has the coordinates (-5, 6). What are the coordinates of its
image if it is reflected in the y-axis?

A) (5, -6)

B) (5, 6) (Correct Answer)

C) (-5, 6)

D) (-6, 5)

Explanation:
When a point is reflected over the y-axis, the x-coordinate switches to its opposite. The y-coordinate does not change. Therefore, the image of (-5, 6) would be (5, 6).

Related Common Core State Standard: Geometry 8.G.3

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