Max Maths, Year 6, Try it, Perimeters of compound shapes (3)

In the Max Maths curriculum for Year 6, students are challenged to calculate the perimeters of compound shapes. Specifically, on workbook pages 202 to 204, learners encounter a task where they must determine the perimeter of a complex geometric figure. The figure is composed of several straight edges, each with given lengths. For instance, the segments are labelled from A to H, with the lengths ranging from 2 cm to 6 cm. The task involves adding the lengths of individual segments to find the total perimeter of the shape.

The exercise guides students through a step-by-step process. They are instructed to sum up the lengths of consecutive sides, starting with one segment and progressing around the shape until all segments are accounted for. The formula for perimeter is essentially the sum of the lengths of all sides. In this particular task, students are required to fill in the blanks with the corresponding lengths of the sides and then add these together to find the total perimeter of the given shape. This activity not only reinforces the concept of perimeter but also provides practice in addition and attention to detail as students must ensure they include all sides in their calculation.