In this right triangles worksheet, 10th graders solve 6 various problems and figures related to right triangles. First they identify and describe the 3 theorems and 1 postulate stated that prove 2 right triangles congruent if one of them...

Add up areas of squares to discover the pythagorean relationship. Small groups create right triangles with squares along each side. They calculate the areas of each square and notice the relationship. Groups construct other types of...

Starting with similar triangles and dilation factors, this unit quickly and thoroughly progresses into the world of right triangle features and trigonometric relationships. Presented in easy-to-attack modules with copious application...

Investigate the meaning of the Pythagorean Theorem through modeling. After comparing the area of the square of each side, individuals cut triangles and squares to facilitate the comparison.

How did ancient peoples determine the height of really tall objects? Young scientists and mathematicians explore the concept of using shadows to measure height in a hands-on experiment. Paired pupils measure shadows, then calculate the...

In this right triangles worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include various right triangles. First, they find the value of a base given its hypotenuse. Then, students determine an angle given the perimeter and...

In this understanding triangles worksheet, students read 6 pages of examples and explanations about identifying triangles, determining length of sides and degrees of angles, including the hypotenuse, then answer 28 questions, answers...

You're safe, when calculating the odds of stealing second base! Learners compare the rate of a runner to the distance the ball travels, in a instructional activity that explores right triangles and measurement. Full of discussion...

Participants who use this resource will apply the Pythagorean Theorem to show whether or not the shaded triangle inscribed in a rectangle is a right triangle. Once all of the sides on the shaded triangle are found, it is important that...

Using a twelve foot knotted rope, students form a 3-4-5 right triangle. Following a discussion of observations about the lengths of the sides of the triangle, students use grid paper, scissors and a centimeter ruler to draw and measure...

In this geometry worksheet, 7th graders identify the sides and angles of triangles, examine the Pythagorean Theorem, and complete 2 tables with square numbers. They apply the theorem to find the value of the hypotenuse of 2 triangles.

Right triangles from 2,000 years ago? Learners investigate different right triangles found in the earthworks of the Hopewell people, a Native American culture that populated the United States from 200BC to AD 500. Learners apply concepts...

For this right triangle worksheet, students use trigonometric ratios to find the hypotenuse, right angle, opposite leg and angles. This one-page worksheet contains eight problems. Answers are provided at the bottom of the page.

Eighth graders draw right triangles and identify the parts of a right triangle: right angle, interior and exterior angles, hypotenuse and legs. They predict and identify any relationships that exist between the sides of a right...

In this expressions and formulas activity, 9th graders solve and complete 7 different types of problems related to various expressions and formulas. First, they define order of operations and explain why it is used. Then, students list...

In this square roots worksheet, 8th graders solve 14 different types of problems to include determining the square root of a number of problems, determining the area of a rectangle and the length of a side of a square with the same...

Try out a resource using triangles to estimate radicals. An interactive app allows learners to approximate some irrational numbers involving square roots. They find the two consecutive numbers that an irrational number lies between...

Your geometry learners will enjoy this color-coded foldable that simply asks them to find the lengths of different legs and the hypotenuse of a right triangle using the Pythagorean Theorem.

Can your class solve right triangles and identify the properties common to right triangles? They will investigate and state the relationship between the altitude to the hypotenuse and the two segments of the hypotenuse formed by the...

For this Pythagorean theorem worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 8 different types of problems. First, they go to the given website and copy the picture shown. Then, students draw a right triangle using the straight line between...

In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders use the theorems regarding right triangles to find the missing length in a special right triangle. The one page worksheet contains eleven questions. Answers are included.

Your class may believe that geometry is a trial, but they don't know how right they are. A thorough math lesson combines the laws of logic with the laws of geometry. As high schoolers review the work of historical mathematicians and...

In this trigonometry instructional activity, 10th graders calculate the ratios as it relates to the hypotenuse of the triangle. They find the missing leg, angle or hypotenuse. There are 6 questions with this instructional activity.

Students use models and symbols to represent properties of the Pythagorean Theorem. In this right triangle lesson, students connect real jobs to properties of right triangles. They solve word problems applying the correct ratios and...