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Grade 6

Indiana Math Standard: 6.GM.3

Find the area of complex shapes composed of polygons by composing or decomposing into simple shapes; apply this technique to solve real-world and other mathematical problems.

Deducing the Area of Triangles

Deducing the Area of Triangles

Using patterns, students try to deduce where that area formula came from.