To determine which statement correctly explains the congruency of the trapezoids, we need to analyze each statement based on the transformations involved:
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Reflection: If trapezoid ABCD was reflected over the line y = I, this would produce a trapezoid that is congruent to the original. This statement can be correct if the reflection is done correctly.
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Translation: Translating ABCD left 4 units and up 2 units would move the entire trapezoid but maintain its shape and size, thus rendering it congruent to the original trapezoid.
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Rotation (270° counterclockwise): A rotation of 270° (or 90° clockwise) would create a trapezoid that, depending on its initial orientation, could be congruent to the original trapezoid.
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Rotation (90° counterclockwise): A rotation of 90° counterclockwise may produce a trapezoid that is congruent, depending on the initial orientation as well.
Without additional context or a diagram, we can't definitively determine which statement is correct. Which statement you choose should depend on the context of the given trapezoids (their shapes, orientations, and positions). If you're looking for a singular answer based on common understanding of transformations, typically all the statements describe transformations that can lead to congruent figures, but it might be expected that one specifically aligns with the problem you are given (for example, if a specific transformation path is indicated).
If the transformations are valid and relevant based on the original and new trapezoid, then statements could all potentially be correct depending on the geometry involved. However, if only one transformation is supposed to be correct, please provide additional context or information on the trapezoids involved.
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