Catchy Candy Wrappers
Geometry Engineer
The geometry engineer is responsible for making accurate measurements and gathering data regarding the various platonic solid shapes. You must know how to use a standard ruler to measure in inches. You must know how to accurately measure using a metric ruler. You will need to determine the area of each of the regular faces of the various platonic solids.
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The geometry engineer will calculate the surface area of the platonic solids, and eventually will calculate the volume of the each of the platonic solids.
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You will need to make a comparison and justify why your team has chosen one particular platonic solid over another. What makes your package (platonic solid) more feasible/practical to market?
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The geometry engineer is responsible for creating a data table or excel spreadsheet that depicts all of the measurement data you have collected. You will need to teach the other members of your marketing team the Polyhedral Formula: F+V-E=2
Use the links below and work collaboratively with the expert team to gather formulas to be used when you meet with your own marketing team. Brainstorm and develop a data table or excel spreadsheet that you can use to record your measurements.
Linking Perimeter, Area, and Volume
The following link will help you develop your excel presentation. This spreadsheet examines the relationship between the volume and surface area of similar solids. You can investigate this table and use what you have learned to develop your own excel spreadsheet that is appropriate for the container you are marketing.