Lesson 14
Working with Pyramids
Lesson Narrative
Students calculate the volume of several pyramids, and they work backward to find possible dimensions of a pyramid given its volume. Students make use of structure (MP7) when they select dimensions that combine to create a particular volume result.
Learning Goals
Teacher Facing
- Calculate volumes of pyramids.
- Generate sets of pyramid and cone dimensions that result in given volumes.
Student Facing
- Let’s use the pyramid volume formula to solve problems.
Required Materials
Required Preparation
Devices are required for the digital version of the activity A Chocolate Pyramid.
Learning Targets
Student Facing
- I can calculate volumes of pyramids and cones.
- I can work backward from a given volume to find possible dimensions of a pyramid or cone.
CCSS Standards
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