Math in the Winter Olympic Games | Things Explained

In this episode of Things Explained, we take a look at Winter Olympic sports from a different angle and see how geometry plays an important role in bringing home the gold.

Standards

Math in the Winter Olympic Games | Things Explained

From Things Explained, Things Explained

In this episode of Things Explained, we take a look at Winter Olympic sports from a different angle and see how geometry plays an important role in bringing home the gold.

Why Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Is Important | Things Explained

Mathematics

MGSE4.MD.5

Recognize angles as geometric shapes that are formed wherever two rays share a common endpoint, and understand concepts of angle measurement:

MGSE4.MD.5b

An angle that turns through n one-degree angles is said to have an angle measure of *n* degrees.

MGSE4.G.1

Draw points, lines, line segments, rays, angles (right, acute, obtuse), and perpendicular and parallel lines. Identify these in two-dimensional figures.

Things Explained Segments

Things Explained

Ever wonder how a giant ship can float or how buildings are demolished in the middle of a city? We do too! Our new series, Things Explained, tackles all kinds of questions with short, easy-to-understand videos that include demonstrations and real-world examples right here in Georgia. Targeting elementary and middle school concepts, each video is aligned to GSE standards.