Real-World Geometry

Real-World Geometry

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When I was in high school I never realized the importance of learning geometry. What did all those angles mean? Right angle, acute angle, 180 degrees—you name it, I was confused! It made my head spin, yet somehow I made it through the Regents and eventually graduated. It wasn’t until I was older and a homeowner that I realized how relevant it all is. Are you considering a renovation such as putting up a wall or even a molding? If so, you better know what angle to make the cut or you’ve ruined the materials you’re working on. The rule of measure twice, cut once is a real and good one. Every piece of construction is determined by geometry. I experienced this firsthand when I tried to put up a shed in my backyard while ignoring all the basics of geometry. The result was a crooked little shanty that had to be torn down and rebuilt. I learned my lesson. Now, I go back to textbooks like Amsco’s Geometry and Preparing for the Regents Examination: Geometry. Both will give you a solid base. Believe me, you'll need it in real life.

--Rich

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