The math topic practiced here focuses on understanding and calculating the area of a trapezoid by representing it as an equivalent rectangle. Students learn how to determine the area by using the average of the lengths of the two parallel sides (bases) of the trapezoid, multiplied by its height. Questions involve multi-step calculations requiring simplification to compute the area, presented with various answer choices in each question. This progression enhances comprehension of how to simplify more complex geometric figures for easier area calculations. This topic serves as an introductory part of a broader unit on understanding geometric areas.
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Trapezoid - Concept Intro - From Rectangle
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Find the area of the trapezoid by simplifying it to the average-length rectangle shown
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Area of a Trapezoid - Concept Intro - From Rectangle Worksheet
| Math worksheet on 'Area of a Trapezoid - Concept Intro - From Rectangle (Level 2)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Area Intro' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/area_intro/ |
| Find the area of the trapezoid by simplifying it to the average-length rectangle shown |
| Find the area of the trapezoid by simplifying it to the average-length rectangle shown |
| Find the area of the trapezoid by simplifying it to the average-length rectangle shown |
| Find the area of the trapezoid by simplifying it to the average-length rectangle shown |
| Find the area of the trapezoid by simplifying it to the average-length rectangle shown |
| Find the area of the trapezoid by simplifying it to the average-length rectangle shown |
| Find the area of the trapezoid by simplifying it to the average-length rectangle shown |