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Explore Transformations with Matrices

Subject Area
Math: Algebra I: Matrices
Math: Geometry: Transformational Geometry
Level
9-12
Activity Time
45 Minutes
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TI-84 series
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For more information on the Holt, Rinehart and Winston Mathematics Series, visit them on the web at www.hrw.com/math
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Lessons

Explore Transformations with Matrices

Activity Overview

Students will use a graphing calculator to explore transformations with matrices. They will analyze how each element of the matrix affects the position of the image.

This Technology Lab accompanies Lesson 12-3 from the ©2007 Holt, Rinehart and Winston Geometry textbook.

Before the Activity

  • Review the lesson PDF files.
  • Make copies of the lesson PDF files for your class.
  • Familiarize students with entering matrices into the Matrix Editor of the graphing calculator.

During the Activity

Students will:

  • Use a graphing calculator to explore transformations with matrices.
  • Analyze how each element of the matrix affects the position of the image.

After the Activity

Review student results:

  • As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging
  • Re-teach concepts as necessary
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    Subject Area
    Math: Algebra I: Matrices
    Math: Geometry: Transformational Geometry
    Level
    9-12
    Activity Time
    45 Minutes
    TI Calculator
    TI-84 series
    Other Materials
    For more information on the Holt, Rinehart and Winston Mathematics Series, visit them on the web at www.hrw.com/math
    Resource Types
    Lessons
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