Find your Mathematics: (Re)creating the Mathematical Concept of Distance
Euclidean and taxicab distance side by side: a handout works both formulas on the same pair of points, then shows how to count equal-length taxicab routes using combinations.
- Grades
- Grades 5–8, Elementary, Middle School
- File type
- Preparation
- Print ready
- Subject
- Math, Geometry
- Topic
- recreating, mathematical
- Resource types
- Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
- Preparation
- Print ready
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What's inside this resource
Re(creating the Mathematical Concept of Distance is a 1-page printable that will discuss different geometry concepts:
-(Euclidean) geometry
-Direct distance between two Cartesian points
-Formulas based on Pythagoras’ Theorem
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Learning objectives
- Compare Euclidean and taxicab distance between two points
- Count equal-length taxicab routes using combinations
Skills covered
- Applying distance formulas — following worked examples for both measures on the same points
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Core concepts
Core concepts
- Euclidean distance
- Taxicab geometry
- Coordinate plane
- Combinations
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