Composite Shape Terms and Application

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What is a composite shape?

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

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CCSS.1.G.A.2

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What is the perimeter of a circle called?

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The perimeter of a circle is called the circumference.

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What is the base of a cylinder?

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The base of a cylinder is a circle.

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CCSS.7.G.A.3

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What does 'B' represent in the formula for volume of a prism or cylinder?

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'B' represents the area of the base.

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CCSS.7.G.B.6

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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 into common shapes, find the area of each shape, and then add them together.

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7D

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What is the formula for the area of a rectangle?

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The formula for the area of a rectangle is A = length × width.

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3

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What is the formula for the area of a circle?

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The formula for the area of a circle is A = πr², where r is the radius.

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CCSS.7.G.B.4

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What is the difference between perimeter and area?

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Perimeter is the distance around a shape, while area is the amount of space inside a shape.

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Can a rectangle and a circle be combined to form a composite shape?

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Yes, a rectangle and a circle can be combined to form a composite shape.

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CCSS.1.G.A.2

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What is the formula for the circumference of a circle?

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The formula for the circumference of a circle is C = 2πr, where r is the radius.

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CCSS.7.G.B.4