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Why do this
problem?
This
activity is another opportunity for the children to work and
record results logically. This problem lends itself to using a
table to organise possible solutions.
Possible approach
A straightforward presentation and then when the pupils have
proceeded so far then gather together and discuss what they have
found to be a good idea in trying to get many solutions.
Key questions
What method have you used?
Possible extension
Pupils can be encouraged to invent variations making slight
changes.
Possible support
Calculators.