Question

After a translation, the image of P(-3,5) is P(-4,3). Find the translation rule. Write your answer in the form (x+a, y+b).

Answer 1

P(-3,5)

Image: (-4,3)

x coordinate:

-3+a = -4

Solve for a

a=-4+3

a= -1

y coordinate:

5+b =3

b =3-5

b= -2

So:

(x-1, y-2)