1/23/2008 Applied Geometry - Measurement & Similar Figures

Today we focused on some practical applications of similar triangles, scale drawings and indirect measurement.  We showed how to solve some problems using these 2 methods.  We did some examples on the board together, then students worked on some problems from the book and did a problem solving worksheet.  the youtube clip below will provide some additional help:

Homework:

p. 491-2 #'s 2-6, 10-14, 24-26, 28 & worksheet p. 41