A Geometry Instructional Unit Plan: Similarity

By:

Nikki Masson and Brook Buckelew


Review of Triangles

Definition of Triangle: A triangle is a closed figure formed by three segments joining three non-collinear points.

Properties of Triangles:

1. The interior angles of a triangle add up to 180 degrees. Why?

 

Classification of Triangles by Sides:

1. Equilateral Triangle:

 

Construction of an equilateral triangle: Use GSP and construct two circles with the same radius. Explain why this is an equilateral triangle.

 

Explore in GSP

2. Isoceles Triangle:

Construction of an Isoceles Triangle using the radii of a circle: Explain why this is an isoceles triangle.

Explore in GSP

3. Scalene Triangle: No congruent sides

Classification of Triangles by Angles:

1. Acute Triangle: 3 acute angles

2. Equiangular Triangle: 3 congruent angles.

3.Right Triangle:

 

 

 

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