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