Math Example--Polygons--Triangle Classification: Example 1

Topic

Triangles

Description

This image shows a triangle with side lengths labeled as a, b, and c, where all sides are unequal. Based on the length of each side, the triangle is classified as scalene, as no two sides are congruent.

Triangles are categorized based on side length (scalene, isosceles, equilateral) or angle measures (acute, obtuse, right). In this example, the scalene classification is determined by identifying that each side is a different length. The examples in this collection illustrate various classification rules based on both side and angle properties.

Seeing multiple worked-out examples allows students to understand the consistent application of classification rules for triangles, reinforcing their ability to identify different triangle types in a variety of contexts.

Teacher's Script: "Notice how no two sides of this triangle are the same. This means we can classify it as a scalene triangle. Identifying these side lengths helps us make the correct classification."

For a complete collection of math examples related to Triangles, click on this link: Math Examples: Triangle Classification Collection.