Unit 5, Lesson 14
Working with Pyramids
Geometry
Preparation
Lesson Narrative
In this lesson, students calculate the volume of several pyramids, and they work backward to find possible dimensions of a pyramid given its volume. Then they solve a design problem incorporating volume, offering opportunities to engage in mathematical modeling to solve problems (MP4).
- Calculate volumes of pyramids.
- Generate sets of pyramid and cone dimensions that result in given volumes.
- Let’s use the pyramid volume formula to solve problems.
- I can calculate volumes of pyramids and cones.
- I can work backward from a given volume to find possible dimensions of a pyramid or cone.
Required Preparation
Activity 3
For the digital version of the activity, acquire devices that can run the applet.
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