perpendicular height
What perpendicular height means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for AQA, Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of perpendicular height
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
The height that is at right angles to the base, never the slanted edge read off the diagram.
The height used for volume, measured from the base to the apex, rather than a slant edge.
Topics that use perpendicular height
- Mensuration and calculation (AQA GCSE)
- Geometry and measures - Mensuration and calculation (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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