Triangle Area - Advanced

This math unit focuses on teaching students how to calculate the area of various types of triangles, including right, obtuse, and acute triangles, within differing geometric contexts. Initially, the unit introduces the concept of calculating the area of obtuse triangles with additional dimensions and transitions into more complex scenarios involving calculations on Cartesian grids and within other shapes like squares and rectangles. The progression continues as students learn to deduce triangle dimensions and areas using given perimeters of enclosing shapes, enhancing their ability to apply geometric principles comprehensively. Towards the end of the unit, the complexity increases with exercises that include negative coordinates on the Cartesian grid, challenging students to extend their spatial and calculation skills further. Overall, the unit systematically builds from foundational triangle area calculations to more intricate applications involving composite figures and varied coordinate systems.Skills you will learn include:

• Area of triangls
• Right and acute triangle areas
• Obtuse triangle areas
• Discovering triangle dimensions in various ways