5280 Math
Pythagorean Triples
From Pythagorean triples to the unit circle. Learners use the Pythagorean Theorem to find Pythagorean triples and then relate their work to the unit circle in a fun algebra project. Their discovery that x^2+y^2 is always equal to one on...
Curated OER
The Luxor - Pyramids, Surface Area & Volume
Young scholars investigate the surface area and volume of the Luxor Hotel in Las Vegas. They calculate the slant height, lateral edge, and diagonal length of the base. Using this information, students explore other areas of the hotel,...
Texas Instruments
The Leaning Tower of Pisa
Learners estimate the equation of a line, angle of elevation and depression in this math lesson. They analyze e famous landmark design and make connections to algebra and geometry. They will also generate an equation, model the x and y...
Curated OER
Angles in Standard Positions
Students identify positive and negative angles using the Unit Circle. In this pre-calculus lesson, students identify the different angles on a unit circle using the coordinate plane and the four different quadrants as a guide. They...
Curated OER
Determining the Altitude of Iridium Flares
Students examine what iridium flares are and when they occur. In this iridium flare lesson students complete an activity to see how far overhead Iridium satellites are.
Curated OER
Understanding Fundamental Trigonometric Identities
High schoolers are introduced to the basic trigonometric identities. Using a diagram, they discover why the parts of the unit circle as named as they are and use equations to finalize the Pythagorean trigonometric identities. They also...
Curated OER
The Sine and Cosine Ratios
In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders write the ratio that represents the sine and cosine of the indicated angle. The one page worksheet contains two multiple choice questions. Answers are included.
Curated OER
This Building is Tall
Young scholars calculate the perimeter of shapes. In this geometry lesson, students relate properties of polygons to the real world. They find length, midpoint and slope.
Curated OER
Lab for Truss Design and Testing
Learners design and build their own truss. For this physics lesson, students calculate the forces and maximum load. They complete a full scale diagram of their design.
Curated OER
Measuring Angles
Third graders describe an amount of turn from a particular position to another using the 'circular' benchmarks of 0, ++, ++, ++, and full turn. Estimation language such as 'just about', 'between', 'not quite', 'just over', and similar...
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Right Triangles and Trigonometry
Twenty-five problems cover the topic of right triangles and trigonometry in different settings. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step of the problem then click the "View...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Special Right Triangles
A collection of lessons, practice activities, and a teacher resource that will aid your exploration and understanding of special right triangles.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Quiz on Solving Right Triangles
Learners demonstrate comprehension of advanced mathematical concepts in Trigonometry. The questions check understanding on the topic of solving right triangles.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Lengths of Sides in Isosceles Right Triangles
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Here you'll learn what an isosceles right triangle is, the relationships between the sides of an isosceles right triangle, and how to find the length of an unknown...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Trigonometry: Trignometry of Right Triangles
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the trigonometry of a right triangle, including finding the values of all six trig functions given a single value. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Trigonometry: The Isosceles Right Triangle
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the trigonometry of a 45-45-90 right triangle. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Solving for a Side in Right Triangles With Trigonometry
Learn how to use trig functions to find an unknown side length in a right triangle.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Solve for an Angle in Right Triangles
Given two sides in a right triangle, find one of the acute angles using trigonometry. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Right Triangle Word Problems
Solve word problems by modeling real-world (and not-so-real) situations as right triangles and using trigonometry. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Special Triangle Ratios
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use right triangle ratios to solve for sides of triangles.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Trigonometry: Solve Right Triangles
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains how to solve right triangles for any missing side or angle given any two pieces other sides or angles. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra Ii: 4.2 Right Triangle Trig Extended to Circles With a Model
This section explores the relationship between right triangles, circles, and trigonometry. It investigates how a right triangle that is set inside a circle and rotates around the circle is connected to trigonometric functions and their...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Right Triangles, Bearings, and Other Applications
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find distances using angles expressed as bearings. Here you'll learn how to relate right triangle relationships to course bearings.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Right Triangle Word Problems
Solve word problems by modeling real-world (and not-so-real) situations as right triangles and using trigonometry.