Instructional Video9:34
Khan Academy

Similar Triangles, Similarity, Geometry

9th - 10th
Although a rather complicated topic, this video clearly explains the concept of solving problems involving similar triangles. It employs problem-solving to determine whether two figures are similar triangles. In addition, it provides...
Instructional Video9:55
Khan Academy

Similar Triangles (Part 2), Similarity, Geometry

9th - 10th
Building on concepts in the first part of the series on similar triangles, installment number two explores how to find the values for given angles in a triangle. These problems are solved by using algebra and ratios. A step-by-step...
Instructional Video4:22
Curated OER

How Do You Solve a Problem Using Indirect Measurement with Shadows?

6th - 10th
Using indirect measurement, this video shows viewers how to find the height of a flagpole. The lecturer employs drawings as well as proportions to solve this problem, explaining each step. A useful resource to aid struggling learners and...
Instructional Video4:57
Curated OER

How Do You Solve a Problem Using Indirect Measurement with Shadows?

6th - 12th
Using indirect measurement, this video shows viewers how to find the height of a flagpole. The lecturer employs drawings as well as proportions to solve this problem, explaining each step. A useful resource to aid struggling learners and...
Instructional Video5:44
Curated OER

How Do You Find Missing Measurements of Similar Figures Using a Scale Factor?

6th - 8th
Similar figures have corresponding sides and corresponding angles. With this in mind, missing values can be found by using a scale factor. Not sure how to do that? Watch this video as the instructor illustrates how to set up the known...