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Real-World Volume Problems

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How long does it take to fill a typical swimming pool? Prepare your pupils to answer similar questions using the 28th lesson in the 29-part module. The engaging lesson asks individuals to solve problems connected to the flow rate. All fillable objects in the lesson are prisms with bases of varying shapes.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Calculate the time it takes to fill an object and then test the calculations by actually filling it
  • Have your classes complete the exit ticket problem on mini whiteboards as a quick understanding check
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires a proficiency with using the volume formula for a prism
Pros
  • Includes a detailed teacher guide with ideas for questioning within each example
  • Embeds each example in a real-world context
Cons
  • None
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