Rectangles - Same Area & Different Perimeter Worksheet Download
Free 3rd Grade (3md8) math worksheets on Rectangles - Same Area & Different Perimeter. Each worksheet has 5 problems with an answer key and are ideal for teachers and homeschooling. You can download the PDF, create a set of flash cards or set it up for online learning.
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About this worksheet
Each worksheet has 5 problems creating a rectangle with the same area, but a different perimeter.
This worksheet is designed to enhance children's understanding of the principles of area and perimeter in mathematics. The exercises involve constructing rectangles with the same area but different perimeters, guiding students in visualizing and solving geometry problems. The worksheet's content can be customized for different learning levels, converted into flashcards for additional practice, or utilized in a distance learning setting, offering a versatile tool to boost geometric comprehension.
Student objectives
- Find the area of a rectangle by multiplying length × width.
- Find the perimeter of a rectangle by adding all the side lengths.
- Use factor pairs to make different rectangles that still have the same area.
- Compare rectangles to see how changing the side lengths can change the perimeter even when the area stays the same.
Everyday practice
- Planning a garden bed with a set number of square feet and choosing a shape that uses less fencing.
- Building a rectangular pen for a pet when you have a fixed amount of floor space but want to save on the border material.
- Designing a poster or photo collage to cover a certain amount of wall space while using the least amount of trim.
- Choosing the dimensions of a rectangular rug to cover the same floor area while changing how much edge needs binding.