Explore the fascinating world of similar figures and discover the power of trigonometric functions in solving real-world geometric and measurement problems.
From geometric similarity to trigonometric mastery
Understand proportional relationships and scale factors in geometric shapes
Master AA, SAS, and SSS criteria for determining triangle similarity
Discover sine, cosine, and tangent functions in right triangles
Apply concepts to solve practical problems in engineering and science
Five comprehensive lessons covering similarity and trigonometry fundamentals
Understand the concept of similarity, explore similar polygons, and learn about scale factors and proportional relationships.
Master the three main criteria for triangle similarity: AA, SAS, and SSS, with practical applications and proofs.
Apply triangle similarity to solve real-world problems including height measurement, distance calculation, and scale modeling.
Discover the basic trigonometric functions: sine, cosine, and tangent, and their relationships in right triangles.
Apply trigonometric functions to solve practical problems in navigation, engineering, and scientific calculations.
What you'll master by the end of this unit