Determining the Endpoint of a Segment.

Mustafa, Asif Khan

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ERIC Number: EJ670432

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Publication Date: 2001

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Determining the Endpoint of a Segment.

Mustafa, Asif Khan

Mathematics Teacher, v94 n7 p586-88 Oct 2001

Presents a method for determining the coordinates of the endpoint of a line segment given its slope, point of origin, and length. Applies the notion of similar triangles to quickly solve this type of problem. Includes a calculator program. (KHR)

Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Geometric Concepts, Graphing Calculators, Instructional Materials, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Instruction, Secondary Education, Teaching Methods, Triangles (Geometry)

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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