Exploring Area Calculations for Squares and Rectangles

The video tutorial teaches how to calculate the area of a shape using computations instead of counting squares. It introduces a formula for finding the area of a rectangle by multiplying its length and width. The tutorial provides examples, including a practical application of determining the amount of paint needed to cover a wall. The video emphasizes understanding the concept of area through multiplication and provides step-by-step examples to reinforce learning.

What method did you initially learn to find the area of a shape?

• Counting squares

• Using a protractor

• Using a ruler

• Measuring the perimeter

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CCSS.3.MD.C.5A

What new method are you learning to find the area of a shape?

• Using a graph

• Using a calculator

• Using a new formula

• Using a compass

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In the example, what was the area of the rectangle found by counting squares?

• 20 square units

• 28 square units

• 30 square units

• 24 square units

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CCSS.3.MD.C.6

What multiplication did the teacher use to find the area of the rectangle?

• 5 * 6

• 4 * 4

• 6 * 4

• 4 * 5

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3

If you want to paint a wall, why do you need to know its area?

• To know how much paint to buy

• To know the length of the wall

• To know the height of the wall

• To know the width of the wall

What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

• Length + Width

• Length / Width

• Length * Width

• Length - Width

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3

In the example, what were the dimensions of the wall that needed painting?

• 6 ft by 4 ft

• 6 ft by 8 ft

• 5 ft by 8 ft

• 4 ft by 8 ft

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

What was the area of the wall that needed painting?

• 40 square ft

• 48 square ft

• 50 square ft

• 36 square ft

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3

In the final example, what were the dimensions used to find the area?

• 4T and 5T

• 5T and 6T

• 4T and 6T

• 5T and 7T

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3