This math topic focuses on calculating the perimeter of trapezoids through practical scenarios. It introduces the concept through a series of problems that involve finding the total length of borders or fences around various shapes like paintings, yards, parks, and gardens. Each question is accompanied by multiple-choice answers to select from. This set of problems is designed to enhance students' understanding of perimeter in recognizable, real-world contexts, which are depicted through images. The worksheet also includes links to further learning resources and indicates that it's part of a broader unit on the introduction to perimeter.

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Perimeter of a Trapezoid - Picture Intro Worksheet

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Perimeter of a Trapezoid - Picture Intro
1
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the border around the outside of this painting?
a
39cm
b
21cm
c
7cm
d
17cm
e
37cm
f
13cm
2
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the fence around this garden?
a
21ft
b
22ft
c
19ft
d
15ft
e
23ft
f
6ft
3
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the fence around this yard?
a
23m
b
21m
c
19m
d
9m
e
7m
f
3m
4
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the border around the outside of this painting?
a
16cm
b
14cm
c
21cm
d
7cm
e
15cm
f
9cm
5
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the fence around this garden?
a
8ft
b
10ft
c
9ft
d
12ft
e
22ft
f
16ft
6
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the fence around this yard?
a
20m
b
14m
c
15m
d
11m
e
21m
f
18m
7
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the border around the outside of this painting?
a
27in
b
18in
c
13in
d
16in
e
19in
f
12in
8
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the border around the outside of this painting?
a
24in
b
40in
c
32in
d
26in
e
38in
f
36in