Formula Foundations

Students apply understanding of Cavalieri’s principle to make an argument for why the volume of pyramids and cones is one-third the area of the base multiplied by the height.

By Amplify Classroom

9th - 12th Grade

Math

Today’s Goals • Calculate the volume of pyramids and cones. • Justify why the volume formula for pyramids and cones is one-third of its base area multiplied by its height. (Writing, Speaking, and Listening) Additional Materials Activity 1 Sheet, one per student (optional)