Compound Shapes Flashcard

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What is a compound shape?

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A compound shape is a figure that is made up of two or more simple shapes, such as rectangles, triangles, and circles.

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How do you calculate the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length by its width (Area = length × width).

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What is the formula for the area of a triangle?

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The area of a triangle is calculated using the formula: Area = 1/2 × base × height.

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How do you find the area of a circle?

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The area of a circle is calculated using the formula: Area = π × radius².

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What is the importance of units in area measurement?

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Units are important in area measurement because they provide a standard for quantifying the size of a surface, ensuring clarity and consistency in communication.

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How do you find the area of a composite figure?

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To find the area of a composite figure, break it down into simpler shapes, calculate the area of each shape, and then sum those areas.

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What is the significance of rounding in area calculations?

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Rounding in area calculations is significant when the exact value is not necessary, or when dealing with measurements that cannot be precisely determined.

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What is the area of a square?

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The area of a square is calculated by squaring the length of one of its sides (Area = side²).

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How do you convert square units?

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To convert square units, you must square the conversion factor (e.g., to convert from square feet to square meters, multiply by the square of the conversion factor from feet to meters).

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What is the relationship between area and perimeter?

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Area measures the space within a shape, while perimeter measures the distance around a shape; they are related but represent different properties.