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Paint, wrapping paper, frosting—so many applications of surface area. The video provides an explanation of the surface area formula and how to apply it to regular pyramids.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Show your classes pictures of regular pyramids in real life
- Have learners cut out nets of regular pyramids and color in the surface area as they find each piece
Classroom Considerations
- Class should be comfortable working with geometric formulas
- The 28th lesson in a 40-part geometry series
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Instructor works through the examples using multiple methods
Cons
- Does not show examples of applying surface area to real-life scenarios