Explain how to compare the area of different shapes
I can compare the areas of different shapes.
Explain how to compare the area of different shapes
I can compare the areas of different shapes.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The units of counting area must be the same if you want to compare the areas of different shapes.
- The squares used to count the area must be the same size to compare the area of the shapes.
- The shape covering the most squares has the greatest area.
Common misconception
If two shapes share a dimension such as length, they must automatically have the same area.
Print out and enlarge the tasks so the shapes may be cut out and one laid on top of the other so that the difference can be seen.
Keywords
Area - The measurement of a flat surface. It measures a 2D space.
Ascending - Items arranged from smallest to largest.
Descending - Items arranged from largest to smallest.
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