Finding the Area of Two-Dimensional Figures on the Coordinate Plane

This lesson teaches how to calculate the area of two-dimensional figures on a coordinate plane by determining the distance between segments. It reviews the Pythagorean theorem and its application in creating right triangles to find distances. The lesson covers calculating the area of trapezoids and squares using these methods, emphasizing common mistakes and correct procedures. By the end, students will understand how to apply these techniques to find areas accurately.

What common mistake do students make when calculating the distance of a line segment?

How do you find the area of a square using the Pythagorean theorem?