The area is the size of the surface and states the number of unit squares needed to completely cover that surface.

The perimeter is the distance around a 2D shape.

Problem solving with perimeter and area

Maths

In this unit pupils learn how to derive and use the formula for the area of a triangle and trapezium. In the future unit, this knowledge is called upon to find the volume of different prisms and area of composite shapes

In this unit, pupils explored the relationship between perimeter and area. In particular, they considered whether a shape can have the same area and perimeter value

Perimeter and area

The perimeter of this shape is 82 cm. What is the area? (You do not need to state the units.)

The area of a given square is 144 cm$$^2$$. What is the perimeter?

A groundskeeper walks around the boarder of the park he looks after. How far does he walk?

Andeep is helping his family to lay a new carpet. How much carpet is needed to cover the floor of the room? (You do not need to state the units.)

Calculate the perimeter of the rectangle.

Calculate the area of the triangle (do not state the units, you can give your answer in either $$cm^2$$ or $$m^2$$).

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Problem solving with perimeter and area

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.