Constructing Triangles

Grade 645 min

Learning Objective

I can accurately create triangles using a ruler and protractor when provided with specific angle and side length measurements.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

Construct a triangle with constraints | Geometry | 7th grade | Khan Academy

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Can a triangle be constructed with sides of length 4 cm, 5 cm, and 8 cm? Explain why or why not. Can a triangle be constructed with sides of length 2 inches, 3 inches, and 6 inches? Explain why or why not. Can a triangle be constructed with sides of length 7 mm, 7 mm, and 10 mm? Explain why or why not.

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