Challenge Question
How do you know which side is the hypotenuses?
How do you know which side is the hypotenuses?
Learning Objectives
Beginning
To to be able to recall that the area of the two smaller squares on a right-angled triangle add together to make the area of the larger square.
Developing
To be able to demonstrate solving problems in 2D using Pythagoras’ theorem.
Mastering
To be able to investigate real life problems using Pythagoras’ Theorem.
Resources
Pythagoras - Adding and Subtracting Areas (Print)
Developing
Pythagoras - Adding and Subtracting Areas (Print)
Developing
Introduce students to finding the length of the hypotenuse.
Lead on to asking student to find the length of one of the shorter sides.
Mastering
Homework
