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Learning objective overview
Master Teaching Guide coverage for this objective.
Current NZC (2007)
GM5-1GM6-1
New NZC (2026)
NZC26-P4-MEA-MEA-P-Y10-08
Resources
- Other: Formula sheet
- Other: Quantity table
- Other: Calculator
Terminology
- Cross-section
- Compound shape
- Perimeter
- Area
- Volume
- Constant depth
- Unit rate
- Fixed cost
- Assumption
- Limitation
Task goals
- Interpret one labelled compound-shape diagram as the shared model for several connected measurements.
- Decompose the cross-section and calculate component and total areas.
- Calculate boundary lengths, including a missing sloping length using Pythagoras where required.
- Calculate prism volume from cross-sectional area and constant depth.
- Apply unit prices, fixed fees, percentage allowances and whole-unit purchasing rules.
- Combine component costs into a complete project quote.
- Evaluate assumptions and limitations and justify a decision using calculated evidence.
Where this fits
What leads into this objective, and where it goes next.
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Measurement applications: integrated projects
Do
Calculating the volume of cylinders and irregular prisms with a consistent cross-sectional area
Statement▸
Year 10 · Measurement · Measuring
NZC26-P4-MEA-MEA-P-Y10-08
For teachers
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