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Geometry puzzles with algebra

Sixteen shapes with their lengths and angles in terms of x, or a ratio to turn into a letter, for students aiming at grades 8 and 9. Form an equation from equal areas, a volume, Pythagoras, similar triangles or an angle fact, and solve it. Quadratics with a root to reject, an answer in terms of x, simultaneous equations, surds and a proof.

A free GCSE Higher geometry and measures lesson on geometry puzzles with algebra, spec codes A18, G16, G17 and G20. It has a lesson deck to teach from with a visualiser, a worksheet with answers and an exit ticket.

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