Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Geometry (Class 42)
In previous classes we have developed and proved various properties of parallelograms as well as reviewed the names, properties, and definitions of various convex quadrilaterals. In this lesson we will turn our attention to the diagonals of quadrilaterals and see what we can uncover.
§6.5 (Txt. p.356) Trapezoids and Kites
§6.6 (Txt. p.364) Special Quadrilaterals
Mathematics can be a tool for investigating and uncovering facts.
Investigating requires creativity and persistence.
If you don’t first succeed, try, try again.
The diagonals of quadrilaterals possess unique cahrateristics.
Identifying quadrilaterals from given information (ex: a quadrilateral with 4 right angles is a _____.)
Making and testing conjectures.
Finals Exam Review- Chapter 5
Chapter 6 Test A