Classifying Triangles
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Objective
I can classify triangles by their angles (right, acute, or obtuse) and sides (equilateral, scalene, or isosceles) and explain my reasoning.
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Practice
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Explain the difference between an acute, right, and obtuse triangle.
Explain the difference between a scalene, isosceles, and equilateral triangle.
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Exit ticket
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“A triangle has side lengths of 4 cm, 7 cm, and 9 cm. It also has angles measuring 22°, 48°, and 110°. Classify the triangle by its sides and by its angles. Explain your reasoning for each classification. A triangle has side lengths of 6 inches, 6 inches, and 6 inches. All of its angles measure 60°. Classify the triangle by its sides and by its angles. Explain your reasoning for each classification.”
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