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Applications of the Pythagorean Theorem Lesson PlanApplications of the Pythagorean Theorem Lesson Plan
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EngageNY
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Grade
8th
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Math
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1 hr
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Year
2015
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Applications of the Pythagorean Theorem

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Examine the application of the Pythagorean Theorem in problem-solving questions. Pupils apply the theorem to find lengths when given different scenarios. They finish the 17th installment in an 18-part series by applying the theorem to find lengths of segments using coordinates.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

pythagorean theorem, problem solving strategies, geometric properties

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Use the provided resources to develop a lesson presentation
  • Require learners to sketch images to illustrate the application questions before attempting to find a solution

Classroom Considerations

  • Provide graph paper to use with the coordinate geometry problems and to aid in sketching diagrams

Pros

  • Includes all student handouts and answer keys to match
  • Shows contextual application of a common theorem

Cons

  • None

Common Core

8.G.B.7

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