GCSE Maths Practice: coordinates

Question 7 of 10

Calculate the coordinates after a translation.

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\( \begin{array}{l}\text{If the point } (3,2) \text{ is translated 2 units right and 1 unit down, what are the new coordinates?}\end{array} \)

Choose one option:

Add horizontal units to x and vertical units to y (positive up/right, negative down/left).

Translation moves every point of a shape the same distance in a given direction. To find new coordinates, add horizontal movement to x and vertical movement to y. For example, translating (3,2) by 2 units right and 1 down gives (5,1). Understanding translations is important for coordinate geometry, composite transformations, and movement visualization. Practice translating different points and shapes to see patterns and reinforce skills.