Math Mammoth: Pythagorean Theorem and Geometry 3: Volume of a Triangular Prism

If you'd like your lesson on the Pythagorean Theorem to be fun and engaging, check out a math puzzle activity for high schoolers. Your learners will enjoy this visual puzzle that shows how the Pythagorean Theorem works.

In this video, Sal introduces the Pythagorean Theorem to viewers, crossing into the realm of geometry. He uses several examples, including right triangles, to illustrate the applications and uses of the Pythagorean Theorem.

This video demonstrates how to find the area of an isosceles triangle by first determining the altitude using the Pythagorean Theorem. [3:53]

Do you need to find the area of a prism? Watch this video to find out how! An instructor goes through each step, recording her work on a whiteboard for reference. A solid instructional video that could be used at home or in the classroom.

Do you need to find the area of a prism? Watch this video to find out how! An instructor goes through each step, recording her work on a whiteboard for reference. A solid instructional video that could be used at home or in the classroom.

Need to find the length of a side of a right triangle? Just use the Pythagorean Theorem! Follow along as the tutor defines the Theorem, explains how it works, then uses it to determine the missing length of a right triangle. 

Who is Pythagoras and what is the Pythagorean Theorem? Ben knows and he's made a video all about it! The Pythagorean Theorem is defined, the procedure is demonstrated, and an example is provided. Ben also mentions how the theorem is used...

Reinforce the use of the Pythagorean theorem with this problem solving lesson plan. Middle schoolers use the Pythagorean theorem to solve word problems. They work in pairs to find the answers to the problems, and then explain how they...

Physics can make football players better. A creative video shows learners how to apply the Pythagorean Theorem to defensive situations. The first of a 10-part video series calculates the distance a defender needs to cover using right...

Video animation explaining how the formula for calculating the volume of a triangular prism is derived. Includes downloadable PDF file of the presentation. [2:42]