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

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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 to supplement lessons.

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cross multiply, measurement, proportional reasoning, proportions, right angles, similar figures, similarity, ratios, similar triangles, triangles

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diagram, indirect measurement, pre-algebra, proportion, similar figures, similar triangles, triangle, right angle, cross multiply, proportional, solve, Word Problem, Problem Solving, math
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Instructional Videos
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4:57
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