Cuemath
Cuemath: Pythagoras Theorem
In this lesson, you will learn about the Pythagoras theorem, its derivations, and equations followed by solved real-world problems on the Pythagoras theorem triangle and squares.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: The Tangent Ratio
In this activity students explore the tangent ratio. Students construct a right triangle using perpendicular lines, and a line that forms the hypotenuse of the triangle. When students construct the hypotenuse line it is very important...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: G Srt, G Mg How Far Is the Horizon?
Some friends are at the beach looking out onto the ocean on a clear day and they wonder how far away the horizon is. A second problem asks how far the horizon would be from the top of a mountain. Students must also answer a question...
Other
Mathematics Internet Library: Free Internet Books
Practice problem worksheets are available for students needing to study basic terms relating to triangles and other math concepts.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: G Srt Mt. Whitney to Death Valley
For this task, students are asked to make a mathematical model and determine if it is possible to see a point on the surface of the Earth that is 85 miles away, and well below sea level, from the top of a mountain. The curvature of the...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Nctm Math Challenge Three Squares (Pdf)
If you think you can handle the Pythagorean Theorem, then this is a math challenge you should try. Explore geometric relationships and measurement in this one page activity from the NCTM Math Challenges for Families series.