Calculating Volume
9th GradeMath55 min
Learning Objective
I can calculate the volume of three-dimensional shapes using appropriate formulas.
Lesson Flow
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Three-Dimensional Shapes Part 2: Calculating Volume
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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The volume of a cube is found by cubing the side length, while the volume of a rectangular prism is length × width × height.
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The volume of any prism is found by calculating the area of the base and multiplying by the height.
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The volume of a pyramid or cone is calculated using the formula ⅓ × base × height, while the volume of a sphere is ⁴⁄₃πr³.
Practice
12 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“A cylinder has a radius of 4 meters and a height of 7 meters. What is the volume of the cylinder? Show your work.”
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