Similar Triangles: Shading and Dot Cycles

Pupils find how shading and the number of small dots cycle from region to region in the first triangle, then apply the same cycles in the second triangle to fill the gap.

Non-Verbal ReasoningAge 9+40 minutes

What this topic covers

Identify whether shading cycles forwards or backwards and whether dots cycle up or down in the first triangle.
Apply the same cycles in the second triangle, wrapping at the end of each cycle.
Fill the gap and check it against the neighbouring regions.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsTwo CyclesFinding the ChangesFilling the Gap

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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