Pythagorean Theorem with Equation Solver

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Math: Algebra I: Data Analysis

Level

9-12

Activity Time

50 Minutes

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Pythagorean Theorem with Equation Solver

Activity Overview

Students will represent and analyze mathematical situations and structures using algebraic symbols.

Before the Activity

Provide each student with a copy of the attached .pdf document.

During the Activity

Students will:

Enter the Pythagorean Theorem into Equation Solver.

Use Equation Solver to find missing lengths in right triangle problems.

After the Activity

Review student answers

As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging

Re-teach concepts as necessary

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Author

Texas Instruments

Alignment

Standards Alignment

Textbook Alignment

Subject Area

Math: Algebra I: Data Analysis

Level

9-12

Activity Time

50 Minutes

Software

TI Connect™

TI Calculator

TI-83 Plus Family

TI-84 Plus

TI-84 Plus Silver Edition

Other Materials

Visit TI Math.com.

Resource Types

Lessons

Report an Issue

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