Lesson 3 | Constructions, Proof, and Rigid Motion | 10th Grade Mathematics

Objective

Construct, bisect, and copy an angle.

Lesson Map

Topic A: Constructions of Basic Geometric Figures

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Describe the precise definition and notation for foundational geometric figures.

Standards

G.CO.A.1

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Construct an equilateral triangle with only a straight-edge and a compass. Copy a line segment.

Standards

G.CO.A.1G.CO.D.12G.CO.D.13

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Construct, bisect, and copy an angle.

Standards

G.CO.A.1G.CO.D.12

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Construct a perpendicular bisector.

Standards

G.CO.A.1G.CO.D.12

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Construct the altitudes and perpendicular bisectors of sides of triangles.

Standards

G.CO.C.10G.CO.D.12

Topic B: Justification and Proof of Angle Measure

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Use principles of proof to justify each step in solving an equation.

Standards

A.REI.A.1

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Use angle relationships around a point to find missing measures. Prove angle relationships around a point using geometric statements and reasons.

Standards

G.CO.C.9

Topic C: Translations of Points, Line Segments, and Angles, and Parallel Line Relationships

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Describe and identify rigid motions.

Standards

G.CO.A.1G.CO.A.2G.CO.B.6

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Describe rigid motions. Use algebraic rules to translate points and line segments and describe translations on the coordinate plane.

Standards

G.CO.A.2G.CO.B.6

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Translate points and line segments not on the coordinate plane using constructions. Describe properties of translations with respect to line segments and angles.

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G.CO.A.2G.CO.A.4G.CO.A.5

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Construct parallel lines. Prove the relationship between corresponding angles. Use this relationship to find missing measures directly and algebraically.

Standards

G.CO.A.1G.CO.A.4G.CO.C.9G.CO.D.12