few_shots: Example:
Problem/activity:
Find the general solution for:
$${\mathrm{cos}\left({\pi\over2}+x\right)=\mathrm{tan}{\pi\over4}}$$


Mathematical concept/skill options: 
A. Prove and apply trigonometric identities.
B. Model periodic phenomena with trigonometric functions.
C. Interpret functions that arise in applications in terms of the context.
D. Build a function that models a relationship between two quantities.
E. Define, evaluate, and compare functions.
F. Use functions to model relationships between quantities.
G. Understand the concept of a function and use function notation.
H. Analyze functions using different representations.
I. Extend the domain of trigonometric functions using the unit circle.
J. Interpret expressions for functions in terms of the situation they model.
K. Build new functions from existing functions.
L. Construct and compare linear and exponential models and solve problems.


Your response:
Thought: This problem applies trigonometric identities, including the angle addition formula for cosine.
Answer: A

Now, assign the following problem or activity to one or more relevant mathematical concepts/skills it teaches.
shot_info: fl_problem_001894

HS
options: Understand and apply properties of operations and the relationship between addition and subtraction.

Understand the relationship between zeros and factors of polynomials.

Work with equal groups of objects to gain foundations for multiplication.

Represent and solve problems involving addition and subtraction.

Use the four operations with whole numbers to solve problems.

Apply and extend previous understandings of arithmetic to algebraic expressions.

Analyze patterns and relationships.

Multiply and divide within 100.

Add and subtract within 20.

Represent and analyze quantitative relationships between dependent and independent variables.

Interpret the structure of expressions.

Represent and solve equations and inequalities graphically.

Write expressions in equivalent forms to solve problems.

Rewrite rational expressions.

Gain familiarity with factors and multiples.

Understand solving equations as a process of reasoning and explain the reasoning.

Analyze and solve linear equations and pairs of simultaneous linear equations.

Represent and solve problems involving multiplication and division.

Write and interpret numerical expressions.

Solve problems involving the four operations, and identify and explain patterns in arithmetic.

Understand properties of multiplication and the relationship between multiplication and division.

Create equations that describe numbers or relationships

Understand the connections between proportional relationships, lines, and linear equations.

Solve real-life and mathematical problems using numerical and algebraic expressions and equations.

Use polynomial identities to solve problems.

Understand addition as putting together and adding to, and understand subtraction as taking apart and taking from.

Solve systems of equations.

Generate and analyze patterns.

Reason about and solve one-variable equations and inequalities.

Work with addition and subtraction equations.

Perform arithmetic operations on polynomials.

Work with radicals and integer exponents.

Use properties of operations to generate equivalent expressions.

Solve equations and inequalities in one variable.
problem_activity: Activity
In this activity, students apply the expression they previously generated to find the areas of various triangles. Each diagram is labeled with two or three measurements. Before calculating, students think about which lengths can be used to find the area of each triangle.
As students work, notice students who choose different bases for Triangles B and D. Invite them to contribute to the discussion about finding the areas of right triangles later.
Launch
Explain to students that they will now practice using their expression to find the area of triangles without a grid. For each triangle, ask students to be prepared to explain which measurement they choose for the base and which one for the corresponding height and why.
Keep students in groups of 2–4. Give students 5 minutes of quiet think time, followed by 1–2 minutes for discussing their responses in their group.
Representing: MLR2 Collect and Display.
While pairs are working, circulate and listen to student talk about identifying the bases and corresponding heights for each of triangles. Write down common or important phrases you hear students say about each triangle, specifically focusing on how students make sense of the base and height of each triangle. Record the words students use to refer to each triangle and display them for all to see during the whole-class discussion.
Design Principle(s): Support sense-making; Maximize meta-awareness
Student Facing
For each triangle, circle a base measurement that you can use to find the area of the triangle. Then, find the area of any
three
triangles. Show your reasoning.
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Anticipated Misconceptions
The extra measurement in Triangles C, D, and E may confuse some students. If they are unsure how to decide the measurement to use, ask what they learned must be true about a base and a corresponding height in a triangle. Urge them to review the work from the warm-up activity.
Activity Synthesis
The aim of this whole-class discussion is to deepen students’ awareness of the base and height of triangles. Discuss questions such as:
For Triangle A, can we say that the 6-cm segment is the base and the 5-cm segment is the height? Why or why not? (No, the base of a triangle is one of its sides.)
What about for Triangle C:  Can the 3-cm segment serve as the base? Why or why not? (No, that segment is not a side of the triangle.)
Can the 3.5-cm side in Triangle C serve as the base? Why or why not? (Yes, it is a side of the triangle, but because we don't have the height that corresponds to it, it is not helpful for finding the area here.)
More than two measurements are given for Triangles C, D, and E. Which ones are helpful for finding area? (We need a base and a corresponding height, which means the length of one side of the triangle and the length of a perpendicular segment between that side and the opposite vertex.)
When it comes to finding area, how are right triangles—like B and D—unique? (Either of the two sides that form the right angle could be the base or the height. In non-right triangles—like A, C, and E—the height segment is not a side of the triangle; a different line segment has to be drawn.)


correct_option_index: 5