KS2 Primary Maths Age 9-13 - Measure: Perimeters and Areas - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to calculate the area of a square given that it has the same perimeter as a regular hexagon. It begins by defining the properties of a square and a regular hexagon, then calculates the perimeter of the hexagon using its side length. The perimeter is used to determine the side length of the square, which is then used to calculate its area. The tutorial also discusses the scoring method for the problem, emphasizing the importance of both the correct answer and method.

What is a regular hexagon?

• A four-sided shape with unequal sides

• A six-sided shape with unequal sides

• A four-sided shape with equal sides

• A six-sided shape with equal sides

How do you calculate the perimeter of a regular hexagon with each side measuring 8 cm?

• Divide 8 by the number of sides

• Add 8 to the number of sides

• Subtract 8 from the number of sides

• Multiply 8 by the number of sides

If the perimeter of a square is 48 cm, what is the length of one side?

• 8 cm

• 10 cm

• 12 cm

• 16 cm

How do you find the area of a square with a side length of 12 cm?

• Multiply 12 by 12

• Add 12 to 12

• Multiply 12 by 4

• Divide 12 by 2

How many marks are awarded for the correct answer and method in this problem?

• One mark for the answer and one for the method

• One mark for the method only

• Two marks for the answer only

• One mark for the answer only