LN in WI Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 We are working in 2B Intensive Practice -- Take the Challenge Pg 12-13. The problem is a triangle where you have to fill in the number at each of the vertices so that the sum of two adjacent vertices equals the number written along the line. (Hope that makes sense) Anyway, dd believes it is absolutely too difficult for her. The math is easy enough for her. It is simply a matter of her taking the time to try different numbers. Directions say to use the "guess and check" method. However, there is a pattern. The sums are 429, 430, 431. Is there a gentle way to help her "see" how to solve these problems, or should I simply let her sit and realize that sometimes you just have to keep pluggin' away at something till you find what works? Thanks so much! Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alana in Canada Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 I am math impaired and don't have that particular book, so I can't help. But you may have more luck if you x-post this to the curriculuum board. hth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeanM Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Can you set up a similar problem for her with easier numbers? So instead of the sums being 429, 430, 431, you would make them something like 9, 10 and 11. I'd have to see the problem to understand exactly how it works. Just a thought... Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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