Problem-solving strategies

Use plans such as drawing diagrams, making tables and working backwards to solve unfamiliar problems.

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15practice questions

Multiple choice: 3 · Select all that apply: 1 · Numeric answer: 8 · Put in order: 2 · Written answer (self/teacher assessed): 1

Each question has up to three hints, a worked explanation, and is tracked in your progress and review plan.

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Put in order

Put these stages of solving a problem in a sensible order.

Give each item its position (1 = first).

Look back: check the answer makes sense

Understand the problem: what is given and what is asked

Carry out the plan carefully

Make a plan, e.g. draw a diagram or look for a pattern

Hint 1

You cannot plan until you understand the question.

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