Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.g Congruent Rectangles
Eighth graders are shown two rectangles with the same side lengths and are asked to answer questions about congruence and transformations. Aligns with 8.G.A.2.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.g Circle Sandwich
Eighth graders are presented with a drawing of a large square inscribed by a circle which is itself inscribed by a second square. They are asked to find the area of the circle outside the smaller square and compare it to the area of the...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.g Congruent Segments
Eighth graders are shown two line segments that are the same length and must describe a sequence of reflections that exhibits a congruence between them. Aligns with 8.G.A.2.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.g Triangle Congruence With Coordinates
In this task, 8th graders explore congruence and transformations of two triangles on a coordinate grid. Aligns with 8.G.A.2.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.g Congruent Triangles
In this task, 8th graders investigate congruence and transformations of two triangles on a coordinate grid. Includes a GeoGebra worksheet that the teacher can use for demonstration purposes. Aligns with 8.G.A.2.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.g Cutting a Rectangle Into Two Congruent Triangles
This task shows the congruence of two triangles formed by cutting a rectangle in half along the diagonal. Students are asked to investigate elements of congruence and transformations among the shapes. Aligns with 8.G.A.2.