Show class members how to connect algebra to geometry. A high school assessment task has pupils determine volumes of two different containers given limitations on material for box frames. Pupils then write a paragraph on advice people should give to customers based on their volume calculations.

Concepts

volume, perimeter, cross section

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have learners work in pairs
• Use the resource as an assessment task

Classroom Considerations

• Learners must have knowledge of geometric volume formulas as well as algebraic manipulation
• The task is listed as an expert task, integrating both problem-solving skills and content knowledge to solve a problem

Pros

• Scoring guide allows for a variety of solution methods

Cons

• Contains numerous grammatical and typographical errors

Common Core

7.G.A.3 7.G.B.6 HSA-CED.A.2 HSA-CED.A.3 HSA-CED.A.4 MP2 MP3 MP6 MP7