Which transformation maintains the same orientation as the original figure?

The transformation that maintains the same orientation as the original figure is a translation. When a figure is translated, it is moved from one position to another without changing its shape, size, or orientation. Each point of the figure retains its relative position in relation to each other before and after the transformation.

In contrast, rotation involves turning a figure around a fixed point, which can change the orientation depending on the angle of rotation. Reflection flips the figure over a line (the line of reflection), which also alters the orientation. Dilation changes the size of the figure but keeps the shape intact; however, it does not affect orientation significantly.

Thus, among the transformations listed, translation is unique in that it preserves both the position and the overall orientation of the figure, resulting in a direct mapping of the original coordinates to their new location.