Access Point #: MAFS.8.G.2.AP.7aArchived Access Point

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Find the hypotenuse of a two-dimensional right triangle using the Pythagorean theorem.
Clarifications:

Essential Understandings

Concrete:

  • Identify the formula for the Pythagorean Theorem.
  • Identify what each variable in the Pythagorean Theorem represents.
  • Label the legs and the hypotenuse of the given figure.
  • Measure the lengths of the legs and the hypotenuse of the given figure.
Representation:
  • Understand the following concepts and vocabulary: Pythagorean Theorem, length, right triangle, legs, hypotenuse and angle.
  • Enter information into the formula for the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems. Click Here
  • Use a graphic organizer to calculate a missing side using the Pythagorean Theorem, using appropriate tools as needed.
General Information
Number: MAFS.8.G.2.AP.7a
Category: Access Points
Date Adopted or Revised: 06/14
Cluster: Understand and apply the Pythagorean Theorem. (Major Cluster) : 

Clusters should not be sorted from Major to Supporting and then taught in that order. To do so would strip the coherence of the mathematical ideas and miss the opportunity to enhance the major work of the grade with the supporting clusters.

Related Standards

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Related Courses

This access point is part of these courses.
1205050: M/J Accelerated Mathematics Grade 7
1205070: M/J Grade 8 Pre-Algebra
1204000: M/J Foundational Skills in Mathematics 6-8
1205510: Explorations in Mathematics 2
7812030: Access M/J Grade 8 Pre-Algebra
7912115: Fundamental Explorations in Mathematics 2

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