Mathematics for IGCSE & O level - Vectors (Section 2 - No. 26)

If a shape is translated by the vector \[\begin{bmatrix} 2 \\ -3 \end{bmatrix}\], how does the shape move?
2 units to the left and 3 units up
2 units to the right and 3 units up
2 units to the right and 3 units down
2 units to the left and 3 units down

Explanation

The top number indicates horizontal movement (right if positive). The bottom number indicates vertical movement (down if negative).

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