Understanding Angles and Directions in a Square

Understanding Angles and Directions in a Square

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Interactive Video

Mathematics, Social Studies

4th - 6th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial explains how to determine the angle of rotation for a character named Stefan as he turns anticlockwise and clockwise on a square grid. Initially, Stefan turns 90 degrees anticlockwise from point F to D. The tutorial then covers the concept of clockwise movement, where Stefan turns three right angles from D, ending at point B. The video emphasizes understanding the direction of movement and calculating angles accurately, while also highlighting common mistakes students make in such problems.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the direction opposite to the movement of clock hands?

Horizontal

Diagonal

Anticlockwise

Clockwise

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If Stefan turns from F to D, how many degrees does he turn?

45 degrees

90 degrees

180 degrees

360 degrees

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

After turning 3 right angles clockwise from D, which letter does Stefan face?

A

H

D

B

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many right angles make a full circle?

4

3

5

2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What mistake might students make when identifying the letter Stefan faces after turning?

Writing the angle value instead of the letter

Ignoring the direction of turn

Drawing the square incorrectly

Using a ruler to measure