Internet Memes

Worksheet Description

This worksheet combines the engaging theme of internet memes with geometry word problems to create a unique learning experience for students. The tasks involve calculating areas, perimeters, and circumferences of various shapes commonly found in memes, such as circles, rectangles, and triangles. Each question requires the application of geometric formulas to measure aspects of memes, like the number of pixels in an image or the dimensions of a speech bubble.

The worksheet is designed to teach students geometric concepts through practical application. By using familiar internet elements, it aims to make the subject matter more approachable and relevant to the students’ interests. The exercises focus on reinforcing the students’ skills in working with different geometric shapes, enhancing their ability to calculate area, perimeter, and circumference. It also encourages the development of spatial awareness and the practical use of mathematics in digital contexts.

Example Problems

1. A meme features a circular face with a diameter of 10 centimeters. Calculate the area of the meme’s face in square centimeters.

2. A meme creator wants to display a triangular image with a base of 12 inches and a height of 8 inches. Calculate the area of the meme in square inches.

3. A meme involves a rectangular image with dimensions 16 pixels by 9 pixels. Calculate the total number of pixels in the meme.

4. A meme is displayed on a square screen with sides measuring 20 inches each. Determine the perimeter of the screen’s edge in inches.

5. A meme features a circular logo with a radius of 5 inches. Determine the circumference of the logo in inches.