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The shortest distance from point A to point B is a straight line, but measuring distance gets more complicated when there are three points! Given the location of three friends, individuals determine the best point for all three friends to meet. There are three sets of criteria resulting in three different reasonable points.
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a collaborative activity in which each group member writes directions for a different friend; discuss their results as a group
- Build a graphic organizer describing the special segments of triangles with examples and explanations
Classroom Considerations
- Expects knowledge of the special segments of triangles and their points of concurrency
Pros
- An engaging task applies multiple geometric concepts
- Includes a sample answer key with explanations
Cons
- None