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Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 6

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Standard 2.0 Knowledge of Geometry

Topic A. Plane Geometric Figures

Indicator 1. Analyze the properties of plane geometric figures

Objective b. Identify and describe line segments

Assessment limit: Use diagonal line segments

Selected Response Item

Look at these congruent semi-circles.

Which of these line segments represents a diameter of one of the semi-circles?

  1. RU
  2. RV
  3. ST
  4. SU
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Correct Answer:
D

Assessment limit:
Use diagonal line segments

Resources for Objective 2.A.1.b:
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