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Pi in the Sky

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Pi in the Sky

Jet Propulsion Laboratory https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/ Last Updated: Oct. 11, 2024
Subject
Math
Grade Levels
6-12
Time Required
Under 30 mins
Standards .
Math Standards (CCSS - Math)
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Know the formulas for the area and circumference of a circle and use them to solve problems; give an informal derivation of the relationship between the circumference and area of a circle.

Know the formulas for the volumes of cones, cylinders, and spheres and use them to solve real-world and mathematical problems.

Use volume formulas for cylinders, pyramids, cones, and spheres to solve problems.

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide decimals to hundredths, using concrete models or drawings and strategies based on place value, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between addition and subtraction; relate the strategy to a written method and explain the reasoning used.

Solve real-life and mathematical problems using numerical and algebraic expressions and equations.

Apply geometric concepts in modeling situations

Pi in the Sky Infographic promo image

Overview

This visual math problem set gives students a chance to put their knowledge of the mathematical constant pi to the test by solving some of the same calculations that NASA scientists and engineers use to explore space. Works great as a Pi Day activity.

Materials

  • "Pi in the Sky" infographic poster - download (PDF)
  • "Pi in the Sky" 8.5x11 handouts - download (PDF)
  • "Pi in the Sky" answer key - download (PDF)

Procedures

Pi in the Sky Infographic

Assessment

Pi in the Sky Infographic Answers

Extensions

  • Infographic: Pi in the Sky 2
  • Infographic: Planet Pi
  • Blog: How Many Decimals of Pi Do We Really Need?
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