Perimeter and area in a contextual setting
I can apply my knowledge of perimeter and area in order to solve various contextual scenarios.
Perimeter and area in a contextual setting
I can apply my knowledge of perimeter and area in order to solve various contextual scenarios.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Knowledge of perimeter and area is useful for any space management contexts.
- Knowledge of perimeter and area is useful when costing a project.
- For each context, you need to decide whether perimeter or area is relevant.
Keywords
Perimeter - The perimeter is the distance around a 2D shape.
Area - The area is the size of the surface and states the number of unit squares needed to completely cover that surface.
Common misconception
Pupils may struggle to select the correct process of perimeter or area.
Pupils should consider whether a space is to be covered in which case it is most likely area.
Equipment
Additional material handout for task B.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
45 cm²
28 cm
length
mass
area
volume
Exit quiz
6 Questions
polishing a floor
fencing an animal pen
filling up a bath
