Access Point #: MA.7.G.2.In.bArchived Access Point

Use stated formulas to solve for perimeter and area of rectangles.
Clarifications:
2 x length + 2 x width = perimeter, and length x width = area. Sides should be no longer than 9 units. Student may use a calculator.
General Information
Number: MA.7.G.2.In.b
Category: Independent
Date Adopted or Revised: 09/07
Big Idea: BIG IDEA 2 : Develop an understanding of and use formulas to determine surface areas and volumes of three-dimensional shapes.

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1205020: M/J Accelerated Mathematics Grade 6
1205040: M/J Grade 7 Mathematics

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