Kia Ora,
Room 13 has been learning problem solving in maths. Here are the steps in problem solving.
Step 1 :Read the problem carefully
Step 2: Underline the facts needed to solve the problem.
Step 3: Draw a picture, if needed to help solve the problem.
Step 4: Write a number sentence for the problem.
Step 5: Solve the problem.
Step : Check the answer.
Example:
Mala has five apples. Her friend gives her another 3 apples. How many apples has Mala got now?
The sentence in red is a statement. It gives us information or facts we need to know to answer the question.
The sentence in blue is a question.
5 apples plus 3 apples equals 8 apples
5 apples plus 3 apples equals 8 apples
5 + 3 = 8
Some problem solving questions to try:
1. Kiara has 4 balls in her bag. Mela gives her another four balls. How many balls does Kiara have now?
2. Meeta eats 6 pies. Then she eats another three more pies. How many pies has Meeta eaten altogether?
