MHB How Does the Composite Transformation H Affect a Triangle and Arrow?

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The discussion focuses on visualizing the composite transformation H, which consists of a reflection, a counterclockwise rotation, and a translation. The transformations must be applied in reverse order: translation first, followed by rotation, and finally reflection. While the translation is straightforward, visualizing the counterclockwise rotation around the point (1,0) poses challenges for some participants. Tips for better visualization of rotations include using graph paper or software to see the effects clearly. Overall, understanding the sequence and nature of each transformation is crucial for accurately determining the image of the triangle and arrow.
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Given that
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H_{1} $$= reflection about the line y = x + 1;
$$H_{2} $$= counterclockwise rotation of pi/2 about the point (1,0);
$$H_{3} $$= translation by 1 - i.
What is the image of the triangle and arrow under the map $$ H = H_{1} *H_{2} * H_{3} $$?

I need help visualising the above transformation H. I know that $$ H = H_{1} *H_{2} * H_{3} $$, so we must perform the transformations from right to left (H3 first, then H2, and lastly H1). Now, in a question that provides the equation for $$ H_{1},H_{2} , H_{3} $$, I believe I can solve this by substituting the values into $$ H_{1},H_{2} , H_{3} $$ respectively. However, in this case, the question does not provide the equation and it is up to my visualisation.

I have attached photos showing my steps for each respectively. I have no trouble with translation (H3) as it is relatively easy to visualise.
However, I struggle a little for the rotation about (1,0). I can't quite visualise "pivoting" the arrow and triangle about (1,0)...I would like to ask for some tips to aid in visualising such rotations better.
 

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Red triangle shows the correct rotation of $\dfrac{\pi}{2}$ CCW. Yours appears to be in the CW direction.

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