Perimeter

  • On the Edge
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    On the edge

    Age
    11 to 14
    Challenge level
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    If you move the tiles around, can you make squares with different coloured edges?

  • Warmsnug Double Glazing
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    Warmsnug double glazing

    Age
    14 to 16
    Challenge level
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    How have "Warmsnug" arrived at the prices shown on their windows? Which window has been given an incorrect price?

  • Contact
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    Contact

    Age
    14 to 16
    Challenge level
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    A circular plate rolls in contact with the sides of a rectangular tray. How much of its circumference comes into contact with the sides of the tray when it rolls around one circuit?
  • Pick's Theorem
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    Pick's theorem

    Age
    14 to 16
    Challenge level
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    Polygons drawn on square dotty paper have dots on their perimeter (p) and often internal (i) ones as well. Find a relationship between p, i and the area of the polygons.

  • Five circuits, seven spins
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    Five circuits, seven spins

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
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    A circular plate rolls inside a rectangular tray making five circuits and rotating about its centre seven times. Find the dimensions of the tray.