Why do this
problem?
This problem
encourages a systematic approach and it will familiarise
children with number properties.
Key questions
How could you start this problem?
Why not list the square numbers/cube numbers etc?
How could you work out the median?
How about looking for squares that are listed in more that
one clue to get you started?
Possible extension
The problem
Two and Two
also requires learners to work very systematically and might
be a good next step.
Possible support
The
hints
suggest some good starting points. Working with a
partner will help many children have a go at this problem.