Mathematics GCSE
Describing transformations precisely
What Describing transformations precisely means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Describing transformations precisely
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Stating all required details so the mapping is unambiguous, such as the centre, angle and direction for a rotation.
Topics that use Describing transformations precisely
- Properties and constructions (AQA GCSE)
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