What does a squared and b squared make? C squared of course! The pre-test assesses eighth graders' knowledge of the Pythagorean Theorem, application of the Pythagorean Theorem, and finding volumes of solids. 

Concepts

pythagorean theorem, volume of cones, volume of cylinders, volume of spheres

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Consider editing the pre-test into a guided notes document to use throughout the unit

Classroom Considerations

• Requires the use of a calculator
• Pupils may finish quickly if they are unfamiliar with the Pythagorean Theorem and/or volume formulas
• The unit continues through a series of nine lessons

Pros

• Includes point breakdown for each problem on the assessment
• Provides an answer key

Cons

• None

Common Core

8.G.B.6 8.G.B.7 8.G.B.8 8.G.C.9