Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division
Key Stage: 2 ★
Can you put the numbers 1 to 8 into the circles so that the four calculations are correct?
This problem entices learners as it is straight-forward to understand what is required. However it is not as simple as it looks! It will test children's understanding of the properties of numbers and the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. It also presents a good opportunity to talk about working in a systematic way.
This resource has comprehensive teachers' notes and resources, linked from the problem page. This includes possible approaches and key questions, as well as possible support and extensions.
The file attached is a HTML file, which, when opened, automatically redirects you to the problem on the NRICH website.
Key Stage: 2 ★
Can you put the numbers 1 to 8 into the circles so that the four calculations are correct?
This problem entices learners as it is straight-forward to understand what is required. However it is not as simple as it looks! It will test children's understanding of the properties of numbers and the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. It also presents a good opportunity to talk about working in a systematic way.
This resource has comprehensive teachers' notes and resources, linked from the problem page. This includes possible approaches and key questions, as well as possible support and extensions.
The file attached is a HTML file, which, when opened, automatically redirects you to the problem on the NRICH website.
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Great investigation for Year 4 upwards. Thanks
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