Identify examples of different kinds of right triangles in the environment using physical models.
Clarifications:
Kinds of right triangles include 30° - 60° - 90°, and 45° - 45° - 90°. Use tools such as protractors, angle templates, or technology. Squares can be constructed from two 45° - 45° - 90° triangles and rectangles can be
General Information
Number: MA.912.G.5.In.b
Category: Independent
Date Adopted or Revised:
09/07
Standard:
Right Triangles : Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solving problems, including those involving the altitudes of right triangles and triangles with special angle relationships. Use special right triangles to solve problems using the properties of triangles.
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