Hello, Kawan Mastah! In this article, we will discuss how to calculate the circumference of flat figures in 3rd-grade elementary school topic 7.
Understanding Flat Figures
Before we start, let’s first understand what flat figures are. Flat figures are two-dimensional shapes that do not have thickness. Examples of flat figures are triangles, squares, and circles.
Flat figures have specific properties, such as sides and angles, that we will use to calculate their circumference. Let’s explore these properties in more detail below.
Properties of Flat Figures
Triangles
A triangle has three sides and three angles. The sum of the angles in a triangle is always 180 degrees. To calculate the circumference of a triangle, we need to add the lengths of all three sides.
Squares
A square has four sides and four angles. The angles in a square are all right angles, which means they have a measure of 90 degrees. To calculate the circumference of a square, we need to add the lengths of all four sides.
Circles
A circle does not have sides or angles. Instead, it has a radius and a diameter. The radius is the distance from the center of the circle to its edge, while the diameter is the distance across the circle through its center. To calculate the circumference of a circle, we need to use the formula C = 2πr, where C is the circumference and r is the radius.
Calculating the Circumference of Flat Figures
Now that we understand the properties of flat figures, let’s learn how to calculate their circumference. We will use examples of triangles, squares, and circles to demonstrate the calculations.
Triangles
Let’s say we have a triangle with sides of 5 cm, 6 cm, and 7 cm. To calculate the circumference, we simply add the lengths of all three sides:
Side Length |
Calculation |
|---|---|
5 cm |
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6 cm |
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7 cm |
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Total |
Therefore, the circumference of this triangle is 18 cm.
Squares
Let’s say we have a square with sides of 4 cm each. To calculate the circumference, we simply add the lengths of all four sides:
Side Length |
Calculation |
|---|---|
4 cm |
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4 cm |
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4 cm |
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4 cm |
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Total |
Therefore, the circumference of this square is 16 cm.
Circles
Let’s say we have a circle with a radius of 5 cm. We can use the formula C = 2πr to calculate its circumference:
Formula |
Calculation |
|---|---|
C = 2πr |
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C = 2 x 3.14 x 5 |
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C = 31.4 cm |
Therefore, the circumference of this circle is 31.4 cm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the circumference of a triangle with sides of 3 cm, 4 cm, and 5 cm?
A: To calculate the circumference, we simply add the lengths of all three sides: 3 + 4 + 5 = 12 cm. Therefore, the circumference of this triangle is 12 cm.
Q: What is the circumference of a square with sides of 6 cm each?
A: To calculate the circumference, we simply add the lengths of all four sides: 6 + 6 + 6 + 6 = 24 cm. Therefore, the circumference of this square is 24 cm.
Q: What is the formula for calculating the circumference of a circle?
A: The formula for calculating the circumference of a circle is C = 2πr, where C is the circumference and r is the radius.
Q: How do I measure the radius of a circle?
A: To measure the radius of a circle, use a ruler to measure from the center of the circle to its edge.
Q: Can a triangle have a circumference of 0 cm?
A: No, a triangle cannot have a circumference of 0 cm. The circumference of a triangle is always the sum of its three sides, so it will always be greater than 0.