Geometry: Calculate the areas of composite shapes

Reason For Learning

Many practical and trade related tasks involve finding the area of various shapes. For example, purchasing fabric, paint, carpet, timber, mulch etc all require an understanding of area.

Learning Intention

Areas of composite shapes involving rectangles, triangles, parallelograms, circles, trapeziums, kites, etc...

Key Vocabulary Terms

area
circle
composite
kite
rectangle. parallelogram
square
trapezium

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ACMMG216 Level 9

Calculate the areas of composite shapes