Trigonometry Multi Step Problems WORKSHEET

Suitable for Year groups: Year 9, Year 10, Year 11
GCSE Tier: Foundation/Higher
Targeting grades: 4-5
Prerequisite knowledge: Finding missing angles and side lengths in right angled triangles using trigonometry.

Trigonometry Multi Step Problems WORKSHEET DESCRIPTION

This worksheet explores multi-step trigonometry problems, building students' skills in combining geometric reasoning with trigonometric calculations. Each question is designed to deepen understanding and practical application.

Questions 1 and 2 are classic back-to-back right-angled triangle problems.

Students are required to use exact values in questions 3 and 4.

Question 5 consists of an image constructed from 4 connected right angles triangles.

The challenge increases across questions 6, 7 and 8 as images are of triangles within triangles and push learners to think differently again to problem solve.

The progression throughout the worksheet ensures a seamless development from single-step calculations to multi-step reasoning, preparing students for both examination-style questions and real-world applications.