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112167

MATHS: PYTHAGORAS' THEOREM

Level: Level One

In successfully completing this unit, the learner will haveEvidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1. create a poster explaining what Pythagoras' Theorem is and how to use it

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acquired an understanding of

2. how to calculate the length of the hypotenuse of a right angled triangle

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3. how to calculate the length of a shorter side of a right angled triangle

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shown knowledge of

4. at least two facts about the person this theorem is named after

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5. at least two cultures that were aware of the theorem before Pythagoras

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6. a real life application of Pythagoras' Theorem

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experienced

7. successfully teaching someone how to use Pythagoras' Theorem.

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Approved 26 Jun 2019

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