When working out a tricky problem it is helpful
to have a variety of approaches (ways)
to try and figure out an answer.
First you need to identify what it is you are being asked to do - solve?
The you need to choose an approach that you think will work:
- Understand the question
- What are you being asked?
- Identify the numbers
- Identify the calculations
- What else might need to be solved first?
Then Select an approach
or combine these ideas
Draw it out
Make a map
Make a model
Make a list
Look for a pattern
Create a table to organise your thinking
Estimate and try
Test - Try a number and adjust
Do it logically
Break it in to - step by step parts
Put into time order
Work BACKWARDS
Remember to use UNITS - cm, mm, kg, degrees
Patience + Determination =
Try a different way + come back later
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