Illustrative Math Alignment: Grade 7 Unit 7

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of a trapezoid's perimeter using algebraic expressions. The trapezoid ABCD has sides measuring x + 8, x + 6, x - 1, and x + 5 units. To find the perimeter, we add all four side lengths. In this case, P = (x + 8) + (x + 6) + (x - 1) + (x + 5) = 4x + 18 units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates how to calculate the perimeter of a rhombus. The rhombus ABCD has all sides measuring 35 units. To find the perimeter, we use the formula P = 4s, where s is the length of a side. In this case, P = 4 × 35 = 140 units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of a rhombus's perimeter using an algebraic expression. The rhombus ABCD has all sides measuring x + 14 units. To find the perimeter, we use the formula P = 4s, where s is the side length. In this case, P = 4(x + 14) = 4x + 56 units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates how to calculate the perimeter of a kite. The kite ABCD has two pairs of equal sides: AB and AD measure 22 units each, while BC and CD measure 11 units each. To find the perimeter, we add all four side lengths. In this case, P = 22 + 22 + 11 + 11 = 66 units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of a kite's perimeter using algebraic expressions. The kite ABCD has two pairs of equal sides: AB and AD measure x + 11 units each, while BC and CD measure x - 5 units each. To find the perimeter, we add all four side lengths. In this case, P = (x + 11) + (x + 11) + (x - 5) + (x - 5) = 4x + 12 units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates how to calculate the area of a rectangle. The rectangle ABCD has a length of 12 units and a width of 8 units. To find the area, we use the formula A = l × w, where l is the length and w is the width. In this case, A = 12 × 8 = 96 square units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of a rectangle's area using algebraic expressions. The rectangle ABCD has a length of x + 10 units and a width of x - 3 units. To find the area, we use the formula A = l × w, where l is the length and w is the width. In this case, A = (x + 10)(x - 3) = x² + 7x - 30 square units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates how to calculate the area of a parallelogram. The parallelogram ABCD has a base of 15 units and a height of 7 units. To find the area, we use the formula A = b × h, where b is the base and h is the height. In this case, A = 15 × 7 = 105 square units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of a parallelogram's area using algebraic expressions. The parallelogram ABCD has a base of x + 9 units and a height of x - 4 units. To find the area, we use the formula A = b × h, where b is the base and h is the height. In this case, A = (x + 9)(x - 4) = x² + 5x - 36 square units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates how to calculate the area of a trapezoid. The trapezoid ABCD has a base of 20 units and a height of 16 units. To find the area, we use the formula A = b × h, where b is the base and h is the height. In this case, A = 20 × 16 = 320 square units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of a trapezoid's area using algebraic expressions. The trapezoid ABCD has a base of x + 12 units and a height of x - 5 units. To find the area, we use the formula A = b × h, where b is the base and h is the height. In this case, A = (x + 12)(x - 5) = x² + 7x - 60 square units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates how to calculate the area of a rhombus. The rhombus ABCD has a side length of 25 units and a height (perpendicular distance between parallel sides) of 19 units. To find the area, we use the formula A = b × h, where b is the base (which is the same as the side length in a rhombus) and h is the height. In this case, A = 25 × 19 = 475 square units.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to area and perimeter for different geometric shapes.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates how to calculate the area of a scalene triangle. The triangle has sides measuring 5, 7, and 9 units, with a height of 3 units from the base of 7. To find the area, we use the formula A = 1/2 * b * h. In this case, A = 1/2 * 7 * 3 = 10.5 square units.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example explores the area calculation of an equilateral triangle using algebraic expressions. The triangle has all sides labeled as x, with the height expressed as (√3/2) * x. Students are guided through the process of deriving and applying the area formula for this general case of an equilateral triangle.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of area for a right triangle with specific dimensions. The triangle has legs measuring 8 and 15 units. Students are guided through the process of applying the area formula to this straightforward case.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces algebraic expressions in the context of right triangle area calculations. The triangle's legs are labeled x and y, challenging students to express the area formula using these variables.

Integrating algebra into geometric problems is a key skill in advanced mathematics. This collection of examples helps teach this topic by demonstrating how algebraic expressions can represent right triangle dimensions. Students learn to manipulate these expressions within the area formula, deepening their understanding of both algebra and geometry.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of an isosceles right triangle. The triangle has two equal legs measuring 13 units each, with angles of 45 degrees. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which combines properties of both isosceles and right triangles.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concepts of isosceles right triangles and algebraic expressions. The triangle has two equal legs labeled as x, with angles of 45 degrees. Students are challenged to express the area formula using this variable, applying their knowledge of both triangle properties and algebraic manipulation.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a 30-60-90 right triangle. The triangle has a base of 16 units and a height of 8√3 units. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which involves working with irrational numbers.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the properties of 30-60-90 right triangles with algebraic expressions. The triangle has a base of x + 5 and a height of (x + 5)/2 * √3. Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a 3-4-5 right triangle. This triangle is a special case of right triangles with integer side lengths. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which is straightforward due to its simple dimensions.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of a 3-4-5 right triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle's sides are labeled as 3(x + 4), 4(x + 4), and 5(x + 4). Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a right triangle with sides 5, 12, and 13 units. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which involves a right triangle with integer side lengths that satisfy the Pythagorean theorem.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of a scalene triangle's area using algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled x, y, z, with a height labeled w from the base x. To find the area, we use the formula A = 1/2 * b * h. In this case, A = 1/2 * x * w = xw / 2.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of a 5-12-13 right triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle's sides are labeled as 5(x - 7), 12(x - 7), and 13(x - 7). Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces the concept of perimeter calculation for a scalene triangle. The triangle has sides measuring 5, 7, and 9 units. Students are guided through the process of calculating the perimeter by simply adding the lengths of all sides.