MA.912.GR.2.9

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Justify the criteria for triangle similarity using the definition of similarity in terms of non-rigid transformations.
General Information
Subject Area: Mathematics (B.E.S.T.)
Grade: 912
Strand: Geometric Reasoning
Standard: Apply properties of transformations to describe congruence or similarity.
Date Adopted or Revised: 08/20
Status: State Board Approved

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1206320: Geometry Honors (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))

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Formative Assessments

Proving Similarity:

Students are asked to explain similarity in terms of transformations.

Type: Formative Assessment

The Consequences of Similarity:

Students are given the definition of similarity in terms of similarity transformations and are asked to explain how this definition ensures the equality of all corresponding pairs of angles and the proportionality of all corresponding pairs of sides.

Type: Formative Assessment

MFAS Formative Assessments

Proving Similarity:

Students are asked to explain similarity in terms of transformations.

The Consequences of Similarity:

Students are given the definition of similarity in terms of similarity transformations and are asked to explain how this definition ensures the equality of all corresponding pairs of angles and the proportionality of all corresponding pairs of sides.

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