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Same Area, Different Perimeter

Recognise that shapes with the same areas can have different perimeters and vice versa.

MathsAge 11+25 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Show that rectangles with the same area can have different perimeters.
  • Show that shapes with the same perimeter can have different areas.
  • Reason about which rectangle has the largest or smallest perimeter for a given area.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsSame Area, Different PerimeterSame Perimeter, Different AreaReasoning; the Same-Number Trap

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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