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Perimeter and Area

The Nuffield Foundation provides this resource which reviews the perimeter and area of rectangles and shapes made from rectangles. The activity can be introduced by viewing the slideshow and a student information sheet, which contains the main points is also provided. The activity cards allow students to consolidate their knowledge and include 24 sets of cards. One card in each set shows the dimensions of a rectangle or shape made from rectangles whilst the other cards in the set give its perimeter and area.

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