Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Trigonometry: The Isosceles Right Triangle
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the trigonometry of a 45-45-90 right triangle. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Geometry: 45 45 90 Right Triangles
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Apply the special properties of 45-45-90 right triangles.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Geometry: Recognize 45 45 90 Right Triangles
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Recognize special right triangles and their properties.
Analyze Math
Analyze Math: Special Triangles Used in Trigonometry
The trigonometry tutorial investigates special triangles. The activity includes isosceles right triangles and 30-60-90 triangles. The examples show how to obtain the six trigonometric ratios of the special angles using special triangles.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Triangle Formulas
Investigate the geometric definitions of triangles, focusing upon equilateral, isosceles, right, and scalene with detailed drawings and appropriate formulas for each. This site has links to more information on triangles.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Determine Unknown Angles: Isosceles, Scalene, Right Triangles
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students watch a video and attempt practice problems on finding the missing angles in triangles.
Analyze Math
Analyze Math: Free Math Tutorials: Triangles
The geometry tutorial investigates the definitions and properties of triangles. Topics included are isosceles, equilateral, and right triangles. In addition, the sine and cosine laws of triangles are defined.
Beacon Learning Center
Beacon Learning Center: Triangles Side by Side
This comprehensive web lesson describes how to classify triangles by their angle and side measurements. It provides real-world examples and exercises for students to practice the skill.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Angles and Triangles
On this site a viewer can learn about the different types of triangles, and categorized by either angles or sides. Tutorials are also included for interior and exterior angles of triangles. A teacher resource page includes a lesson plan...
Crayola
Crayola: Exploring Triangles.
Here's a great geometry activity to display young scholars' knowledge of the different types of triangles. Provides resources and adaptations to supplement this lesson. (To access this lesson plan, you must register with Crayola.com....
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Interactive Triangles
This is an excellent tool for students to explore how changes in the size of a triangle's sides or angles affect its appearance. Different types of triangles and angles are presented.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Classifying All Types of Triangles by Lengths of Sides
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students watch a video overview and attempt practice problems on classifying triangles based on length of sides.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Classifying Triangles by Identifying the Number of Equal Sides
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students watch a video overview and attempt practice problems on classifying triangles based on the number of equal sides.
Quia
Ixl Learning: Types of Triangles
Brush up on your math skills relating to the types of triangles then try some practice problems to test your understanding.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Triangles to Tetrahedra
Given an unlimited number of a specific type of equilateral, isosceles, and right triangles create as many tetrahedra as are possible. Includes printout.
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Triangle Quiz
Students are assessed on different types of triangles. Definitions of the triangles are included.
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Triangles
A complete reference guide to types of triangles and triangle perimeter and area. It provides definitions and interactive animated activities that enhance further explanation.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Triangles and Angles
This site gives a short interactive quiz which allows students to self-assess their understanding of the concept of triangles and angles.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Use Pythagorean Theorem to Find Isosceles Triangle Side Lengths
Find the missing side lengths of isosceles triangles by using the Pythagorean Theorem. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Classifying Triangles Within Composite Figures
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this learning module, students are presented with a composite figure and must identify the types of triangles within it. An accompanying video demonstrates a...
Merriam-Webster
Merriam Webster: Dictionary Illustration: Types of Triangles
A labeled illustration of six different types of triangles.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Constructing Triangles
This activity focuses on the various ways to construct the different types of triangles such as isosceles, equilateral, right, and right isosceles triangles. Students will begin by constructing triangles based on a minimal definition of...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Triangle Information
This Oswego City School District site from the Regents Exam Prep Center provides an explanation of the classifications of triangles both by sides and by angles. Pictures are also included.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Right Angled Triangles
The resource investigates right triangle. Topics explored are isosceles, scalene, and 3,4,5 triangles. Examples, illustrations, and definitions are included.