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Where in the world (or at least in the coordinate plane) is the third vertex? Given two coordinate points for the vertices of a triangle, individuals find the location of the third vertex. They read an account of fictional classmates attempting the task to consider different solution methods.
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Instructional Ideas
- Challenge learners to find as many triangles as possible that fit the criteria
Classroom Considerations
- Pupils should already know how to find the area of a triangle
- Provide the class with graph paper to work out solutions
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- Provides optional related tasks for different grade levels
- Allows for different ways to conduct the activity
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