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A point P (a, b) is reflected in the x-axis to P’ (2, –3). Write down the values of a and b. P” is the image of P, reflected in the y-axis. Write down the co-ordinates of P”. Find the co-ordinates of P”’, when P is reflected in the line, parallel to y-axis, such that x = 4.
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Solution

A point P (a, b) is reflected in the x-axis to P’ (2, –3).
We know Mx (x, y) = (x, –y)
Thus, co-ordinates of P are (2, 3).
Hence, a = 2 and b = 3.
P” = Image of P reflected in the y-axis = (–2, 3)
P”’ = Reflection of P in the line (x = 4) = (6, 3)
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