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solve practical problems applying Pythagoras’ theorem and trigonometry of right-angled triangles, including problems involving direction and angles of elevation and depression (AC9M10M03)

Elaborations
  • applying right-angled trigonometry to solve navigation problems involving bearings; for example, determining the bearing and estimating the distance of the final leg of an orienteering course
  • applying Pythagoras theorem and trigonometry to problems in surveying and design, where three-dimensional problems are decomposed into two-dimensional problems; for example, investigating the dimensions of the smallest box needed to package an object of a particular length
  • using a clinometer to measure angles of inclination, and applying trigonometry, and proportional reasoning to determine the height of buildings in practical contexts
  • applying Pythagoras theorem and trigonometry, and using dynamic geometric software, to design three-dimensional models of practical situations involving angles of elevation and depression; for example, modelling a crime scene
  • exploring navigation, design of technologies or surveying by First Nations Australians, investigating geometric and spatial reasoning, and how these connect to trigonometry
General capabilities
  • Critical and creative thinking Critical and Creative Thinking
  • Numeracy Numeracy
ScOT terms

Angles of elevation,  Trigonometric ratios,  Distance,  Pythagoras theorem

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