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How Tall Is That Flag Pole?

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Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th
Language: English Countries: United States
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Students learn that similar triangles have sides that are proportional. They will use this knowledge to determine the height of a flagpole. This method was used by the ancient Egyptians to determine the height of the great pyramids.
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