Which of the following best describes translation in geometric transformations?

Translation in geometric transformations specifically refers to the process of moving every point of a figure the same distance in the same direction. This type of transformation preserves the shape and size of the figure, meaning that the figure does not change in any way other than its position on the plane.

By focusing on moving each point uniformly, translation results in an identical shape that is simply relocated to a different position. This characteristic distinguishes translation from other transformations, such as resizing (dilation) or rotating (which can alter the orientation of the figure). Understanding this helps clarify why the correct answer emphasizes the uniform directional movement of points in the figure.