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Pythagoras Word Problems WORKSHEET

Suitable for Year groups: Year 9, Year 10, Year 11
GCSE Tier: Foundation/Higher
Targeting grades: 4-5
Prerequisite knowledge: The use of pythagoras' theorem to calculate missing lengths in right angled triangles.
Learning Objective: Use Pythagoras' Theorem to solve a variety of problems, including area of isoscles triangles and on coordinate grids.

Pythagoras Word Problems WORKSHEET DESCRIPTION

Show your learners the different types of problems that Pythagoras’ theorem can be used to solve with this varied worksheet of 10 questions. Questions include finding the diagonal of a square, area of an isosceles triangle given its lengths, the area of a regular hexagon, the classic ladder against a wall problem, distance between coordinates and more. All of these problems act as excellent exam preparation or challenge for students who are fluent in using Pythagoras’ theorem.

We have created two versions of this worksheet, one with clues to get your pupils started. Choose which is appropriate for your class or individuals.

All worksheets are created by the team of experienced teachers at Cazoom Maths.

Pythagoras Word Problems Worksheet perfect for students in year 9, 10 and 11

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Use Pythagoras' Theorem to solve a variety of problems, including area of isoscles triangles and on coordinate grids.