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This How Tall is the Tree? performance also includes:
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Pairs or small groups work together to determine the height of a tree using similar triangles. Learners make a judgement which direction to let a tree fall to avoid hitting any structures. They then write letters to the principal explaining their solutions.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the task to start a discussion that leads to the trigonometric ratios
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a tree to determine its height
- Assumes the class is familiar with similar triangles and their properties
Pros
- Provides a sample benchmark response
- Includes a pre-activity worksheet to use as a warm-up
Cons
- None