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Match each set of disconnected components with the correct rotational transformation required for the insert piece so its connection tab properly aligns and interlocks with the base plate's notch. Assume the base plate remains stationary.

Click a left item, then click its matching right item

Items

Set 1: Base plate with notch 'P' on its top edge; Insert piece with tab 'P' on its right edge.
Set 2: Base plate with notch 'Q' on its right edge; Insert piece with tab 'Q' on its top edge.
Set 3: Base plate with notch 'R' on its left edge; Insert piece with tab 'R' on its left edge.

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Answer

Set 1 requires a 90° clockwise rotation; Set 2 requires a 90° counterclockwise rotation; Set 3 requires a 180° rotation.
Each pair is matched by determining the required final position for the insert's tab to align with the base's notch, and then identifying the specific rotational transformation needed to move the tab from its starting position to that required final position.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze Set 1 (notch on top, tab on right).
The tab must move from the right edge to the bottom edge.
To fit into a notch on the top of the base plate, the insert must connect from above, requiring its tab to be on the bottom.
2
Determine rotation for Set 1.
90° clockwise rotation is required.
Rotating a right-facing tab 90° clockwise turns it to face downward.
3
Analyze Set 2 (notch on right, tab on top).
The tab must move from the top edge to the left edge.
To fit into a notch on the right of the base plate, the insert must connect from the right, requiring its tab to be on the left.
4
Determine rotation for Set 2.
90° counterclockwise rotation is required.
Rotating an upward-facing tab 90° counterclockwise turns it to face left.
5
Analyze Set 3 (notch on left, tab on left).
The tab must move from the left edge to the right edge.
To fit into a notch on the left of the base plate, the insert must connect from the left side, requiring its tab to be on the right.
6
Determine rotation for Set 3.
180° rotation is required.
Rotating a left-facing tab 180° in either direction turns it to face right.

Key Concept

Mental Rotation and Connection Alignment
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