Area of Composite Shapes
Students will calculate the area of composite shapes by decomposing them into simpler geometric figures.
Key Questions
- Explain strategies for decomposing complex shapes into simpler ones.
- Critique different methods for finding the area of a composite figure.
- Design a composite shape and calculate its total area.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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