Question

the point a(-3, 5) is reflected over the x - axis. what are the coordinates of the resulting point, a?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall reflection rule

When a point $(x,y)$ is reflected over the $x - axis$, the $x$-coordinate remains the same and the $y$-coordinate changes sign.

Step2: Apply rule to point A

The given point is $A(-3,5)$. After reflection over the $x - axis$, the $x$-coordinate is still $- 3$ and the new $y$-coordinate is $-5$.

Answer:

$(-3,-5)$