SQUARES TO TRIANGLES [DAY 3]

PYTHAGOREAN THEOREM

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Length of Unit: 5 Days

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In this task students will practice determining various lengths in right triangles using the geometric model of the Pythagorean relationship as well as the symbolic model.

Intentionality…

The purpose of the day 3 activities are to reinforce the ideas from day 1 and day 2. In this task students will use their understanding of areas of squares off the side lengths of right triangles to determine various lengths of the right triangle.

The math talk and purposeful practice serve to develop a deeper understanding of the Pythagorean relationship.

Math Talk

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Purposeful Practice: The Pythagorean Theorem

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