Question

Identify the correct mirror image of the given figure along the \(XY\)-axis.

• A. Option 1
• B. Option 2
• C. Option 3
• D. Option 4

Hint:

In mirror-image questions, first fix the mirror line in your mind, then mentally “flip” the figure across it—do not rotate it.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

To identify the correct mirror image of the given figure along the \(XY\)-axis, we need to understand how the figure will appear when reflected across this axis.

The figure will be flipped vertically across the \(XY\)-axis. This means the positions of the elements in the top half of the image will be mirrored in the bottom half, while the elements in the bottom half will be mirrored at the top.

Let's examine the original figure:

Now, review each option to find the correct mirror image:

1. Option 1: The positions of the dark and light areas aren't mirrored correctly.
2. Option 2: This option also doesn't correctly mirror the positions.
3. Option 3: This option correctly mirrors the figure across the \(XY\)-axis, exhibiting a proper vertical flip.
4. Option 4: This option does not accurately reflect the image.

Therefore, Option 3 is the correct mirror image of the given figure along the \(XY\)-axis.