Equilateral: Error Analysis & Misconceptions

Mathematics
Year 9
12 questions
~24 mins
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A worksheet exploring common errors and misconceptions related to equilateral triangles, including calculations and reasoning tasks for Year 9 students.

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Equilateral: Error Analysis & Misconceptions

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Grade Year 9
A

Fluency & Practice

Answer all questions. Show your working in the grid spaces provided.
1.
Calculate the measure of each interior angle in an equilateral triangle.
[2 marks]
2.
If one angle of an equilateral triangle is 60°, what is the sum of the other two angles?
[2 marks]
3.
Construct an equilateral triangle with side length 5 cm on the grid. Ensure all sides are equal.
[3 marks]
4.
True or False: An equilateral triangle always has angles measuring 45°, 45°, and 90°.
[1 mark]
B

Problem Solving & Reasoning

Answer all questions. Show detailed reasoning in the grid spaces.
1.
A triangle has two angles measuring 60° each. Is it necessarily equilateral? Explain your reasoning.
[3 marks]
2.
A triangle has sides measuring 4 cm, 4 cm, and 6 cm. Can it be equilateral? Justify your answer.
[3 marks]
3.
Explain why all angles in an equilateral triangle measure 60°, using the properties of triangles.
[3 marks]
C

Real-world Applications

Solve these contextual problems related to equilateral triangles.
1.
A fencing company needs to build a triangular enclosure with sides of 6 meters each in a park. How many degrees are each of the angles inside the enclosure? Explain your reasoning.
[3 marks]
D

Challenge & Extension

Attempt these advanced questions. Show detailed working.
1.
Prove that an equilateral triangle is also equiangular, using geometrical reasoning.
[4 marks]
2.
If the side length of an equilateral triangle is doubled, how does the area change? Provide calculations to support your answer.
[4 marks]
E

Mixed Review & Common Misconceptions

Identify and correct the mistakes in these statements.
1.
Statement: 'All triangles with a 60° angle are equilateral.' Is this true? Explain your answer and correct any misconceptions.
[3 marks]
2.
A student says: 'In an equilateral triangle, the sides are 4 cm, 4 cm, and 6 cm.' Identify the mistake.
[3 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
Updated
1/1/2026
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