University of Regina (Canada)
University of Regina: Math Central: Surface Area to Volume Ratio
Students will investigate the relationship between surface area and volume and their application to the inner workings of real life organisms.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 6.g Computing Volume Progression 3
The purpose of this third task in a series of four is to find the height of water in a rectangular prism tank when the volume is known. All units are metric. Aligns with 6.G.A.2.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Volume Word Problems
Find the volume of rectangular prisms to solve word problems. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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University of Texas
Inside Mathematics: Building Blocks [Pdf]
This task challenges students to demonstrate understanding of area, surface area and volume.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Pump Up the Volume
In this instructional activity, learners will be required to generate a formula for volume of a rectangular prism. Students working in cooperative groups will use prior knowledge for finding area of a rectangle to determine the "amount...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 5.md,oa You Can Multiply Three Numbers in Any Order
The purpose of this task is for students to use the volume of a rectangular prism to see why you can multiply three numbers in any order you want and still get the same result. Aligns with 5.OA.A and 5.MD.C.5.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Popcorn Bucket or Box?
For this exploration, middle schoolers will apply their knowledge of finding volume and surface area of cylinders and rectangular prisms. Students will make recommendations to the local movie theater after determining which package is...