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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Math worksheet on 'Perimeter of a Trapezoid - Picture Intro (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Perimeter Advanced' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/perimeter_advanced/
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An svg image showing a math problem
How far is it to run around the outside of this park?
a
27km
b
12km
c
16km
d
18km
e
22km
f
20km
2
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the fence around this garden?
a
5ft
b
35ft
c
15ft
d
31ft
e
29ft
f
23ft
3
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the fence around this yard?
a
24m
b
6m
c
23m
d
7m
e
18m
f
16m
4
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the fence around this garden?
a
13ft
b
12ft
c
23ft
d
14ft
e
11ft
f
10ft
5
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the fence around this yard?
a
21m
b
11m
c
22m
d
18m
e
16m
f
15m
6
An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the border around the outside of this painting?
a
33cm
b
39cm
c
9cm
d
5cm
e
11cm
f
25cm
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An svg image showing a math problem
How long is the fence around this yard?
a
34m
b
4m
c
10m
d
26m
e
32m
f
24m
Perimeter of a Trapezoid - Picture Intro (Level 1) - Mobius Math Academy