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Why do this problem?
This problem requires learners to work systematically and use logical thinking about numbers. Much of it can be done practically which opens up possibilities for different types of learning. It could be very useful for getting learners to develop rules for how something works.Key questions
Where do odd (and even) numbers come on the sheets?
What is the last number always divisible by?
What do the two numbers on a sheet add to?
Have you made a table of your results?
Can you make any predictions about how the numbering will
go?
Possible extension
An extension can be made by finding out about patterns of
numbering the pages of books (possibly a child's picture book)
which has pages which fold in.
