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Reasoning Geometrically

Reasoning Geometrically

Geometrical reasoning can involve coordinate geometry and properties of 2d and 3d shapes, and may even lead to algebraic representations. These problems invite you to explore geometry in a variety of contexts.

Coordinate Patterns 
Age 11 to 14
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Charlie and Alison have been drawing patterns on coordinate grids. Can you picture where the patterns lead?

Route to Infinity 
Age 11 to 14
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Can you describe this route to infinity? Where will the arrows take you next?

Marbles in a Box 
Age 11 to 16
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How many winning lines can you make in a three-dimensional version of noughts and crosses?

Kite in a Square 
Age 14 to 18
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Can you make sense of the three methods to work out what fraction of the total area is shaded?

Geometry: A History from Practice to Abstraction 
Age 11 to 18

This article gives a brief history of the development of Geometry.

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