Calculating Reflection angle in a 2D plane.

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This discussion focuses on calculating the reflection angle of two points in a 2D plane, specifically when the points are not equidistant from the reflection surface. The user seeks assistance in determining the reflection angles based on given coordinates. Key mathematical concepts such as the law of reflection and coordinate geometry are essential for solving this problem.

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Im trying to calculate the refelction angle of 2 points in a 2d plane, but not the same distance away from the reflection surface, and I'm drawing a blank.

Any help would be hugely appreciated.
 
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becka221 said:
refelction angle of 2 points in a 2d plane

:confused:

Can you provide some more description of your problem?
 
If I know x and y, how can i calculate x1 and x2 or 0?
 

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