Transformations: Rotations

MathematicsAQAEdexcelGCSEUnit: Geometry & Measures
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Spinning Shapes

Spinning Shapes

A rotation turns a shape around a fixed point (the centre of rotation). Like putting a pin through a piece of paper and spinning it. The shape stays the same size and shape - it just faces a different direction!
Rotations diagram
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Exam Tips

X Forgetting to state direction Always say clockwise or anticlockwise Except 180° which is same both ways
X Confusing CW and ACW formulas 90° CW: (x,y)→(y,-x), 90° ACW: (x,y)→(-y,x) Clockwise goes "with the clock"

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To fully describe a rotation, which three pieces of information are needed?

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