Reason For Learning
To learn how to calculate the area of triangles using rectangles as a basis. A knowledge of how to calculate these simple areas will help you to solve many real-life area problems, for example, the area of a house to be carpeted, the area of wall to be painted etc.
Learning Intention
A recap of how to calculate the area of a rectangle (there is a separate learning bite on this if you need more information).
Using rectangles to find the formula for the area of a triangle.
Using formulae to solve skills-based problems involving triangles and combinations of rectangles and triangles.
Using formulae to answer worded problems involving the area of rectangles and triangles.
Key Vocabulary Terms