Module 6 - Geometry and Measurement
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New course after Nov. 2007
Activity 1 | Activity 2 | Activity 3
Activity 1: Key Terms and Concepts
As you progress through module 6, pay particular attention to the following terms and concepts.
Key Terms
- Coordinate plane
- Trigonometric Functions
- Sine
- Cosine
- Tangent
- Ratios & Proportions
- Congruence & Similarity
- Area
- Volume
- Metric Conversion Units
- prefixes: kilo,hecto,deka, m/l/g, deci,centi, milli
- uses: meters (length), liters (capacity/liguid), grams (mass & weight)
- Standard US Conversion Units:
- miles, feet, yards, inches (length)
- gallons, quarts, pints, cups (capacity/liquid)
- tons, pounds, ounces (mass & weight)
Key Concepts and Skills
- Measure & Convert Units--know the conversion rates above
- Problem Solving
- Applying Trigonometric Functions
- Proportional Reasoning
- Compute Areas & Volumes
All students should go to the community and participate in the exercises of the week.
In your notebook for QL Math, keep a glossary section for quick reference so you are familiar with the terms.
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