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Your friend produced a reflection over the y -axis that looks like this figure. You notice a problem with the reflection. How would you suggest correcting the reflection? (1 point) Responses Shift the reflected figure 1 unit up. Shift the reflected figure 1 unit up. Shift the reflected figure 1 unit to the right. Shift the reflected figure 1 unit to the right. Shift the reflected figure 1 unit to the left. Shift the reflected figure 1 unit to the left. Shift the reflected figure 1 unit down. Shift the reflected figure 1 unit down.

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To determine the correct adjustment to the reflection over the y-axis, we need to consider where the reflected figure is positioned in relation to the original figure.

If it appears that the reflected figure is not aligned properly with the original, you will want to analyze its coordinates. A reflection over the y-axis means that for any point \((x, y)\) in the original figure, the reflected point should be \((-x, y)\).

  1. If the reflected figure seems to be too high, it may need to be shifted down.
  2. If it appears too low, then it should be shifted up.
  3. If the reflected figure is misplaced horizontally to the right or left, you would need to shift it accordingly.

Without knowing the exact positioning, here’s how to approach it:

  • If the figure needs to be aligned with the original and is currently off by one unit vertically, suggest "Shift the reflected figure 1 unit up" or "Shift the reflected figure 1 unit down".
  • If it's misaligned horizontally, say it's 1 unit too far to the right or left, suggest "Shift the reflected figure 1 unit to the right" or "Shift the reflected figure 1 unit to the left".

You’ll choose the adjustment based on the specific misalignment of the reflected figure.