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.