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Shape Explorer

This activity allows the user to test his or her skill at calculating the area and perimeter of a random shape. The user is given a random shape and allowed to enter a value for the perimeter and area. The applet then informs the user whether or not the value is correct. The user may continue trying until he or she gets the correct answer.

Calculation of perimeter and area are modeled.

Weblink address (URL):

Shape Explorer

References

Contributors:

Paula Cox

Originator:

Ayers Institute for Learning & Innovation

eduToolbox® is a resource-sharing portal developed by the Ayers Institute for Learning & Innovation with collaborative support and funding from the Tennessee Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Education's Math & Science Partnership program.