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Volume of Right Prisms

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Apply volume and area formulas to find the volume of any right prism. The 26th lesson of a 29-part module examines methods for finding the volume of right prisms with varying shapes of bases. Learners use the formula V = Bh to find volume and decomposition to find the area of the bases.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Assign the practice problems as homework for independent study
  • Use models of geometric solids to reinforce the calculations
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects proficiency with calculating the area of polygons
Pros
  • Includes an exit card as a check for understanding after the lesson
  • Questions and examples invoke higher-order thinking processes
Cons
  • None
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