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Why do this
problem?
This short problem involves number operations, logical thinking
and trial and improvement.
Key questions
Why don't you choose a number of runner and try it?
Does this number fit all the information or will you have to
try a different number?
Have your tried sketching or jotting down your ideas?
Possible support
Having counters to represent the runners in the race will help
children access the problem.