Geometric Reasoning and Trigonometry · Geometry and Measurement
Pythagoras in 2D and 3D
Extending the theorem of Pythagoras to find lengths in three dimensional space.
Key Questions
- 1How can a two dimensional theorem be adapted to find the diagonal of a room?
- 2Why is the square on the hypotenuse always equal to the sum of the squares on the other sides?
- 3What are the limitations of using Pythagoras theorem in non right angled triangles?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS3: Mathematics - Geometry and Measures
Year: Year 9
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: Geometric Reasoning and Trigonometry
Period: Geometry and Measurement
Suggested Methodologies
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