Mathematics
The point P(4, -8) is reflected in the line x = 0 to get the point R. The co-ordinates of point R are :
(4, -8)
(-4, 8)
(4, 8)
(-4, -8)
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Answer
Equation of y-axis is x = 0.
We know that,
On reflecting in y-axis the sign of x co-ordinate changes.
Given,
On reflecting in line x = 0 (or y-axis) point P becomes R.
∴ P(4, -8) = R(-4, -8).
Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.
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