Math Example--Polygons--Triangle Classification: Example 6
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Math Example--Polygons--Triangle Classification: Example 6

Math Example--Polygons--Triangle Classification: Example 6

A triangle with angles labeled 36°, 100°, and 44°.

Topic

Triangles

Description

This example shows a triangle with angles of 36°, 100°, and 44°. Because one of the angles is greater than 90°, this triangle is classified as obtuse.

Triangles are classified by side lengths or angles. An obtuse triangle has one angle greater than 90°, as seen here. This collection of examples supports students in identifying and classifying triangles based on distinct angle measures.

Seeing multiple worked-out examples reinforces students' understanding of classification rules, making it easier to recognize triangle types based on angle or side length.

Teacher's Script: "In this triangle, one angle is greater than 90°, so we classify it as obtuse. Observing angle measures helps us apply the correct classification."

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

Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.G.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.G.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.B.3
Grade Range 4 - 7
Curriculum Nodes Geometry
    • Triangles
        • Definition of a Triangle
Copyright Year 2013
Keywords triangles, classification