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Problem Solving

In class this term we're going to have a little fun and put our mathematical problem solving skills to the test by forming the Grade 4 Detective Agency. Here's a little look at last year's mystery to whet your appetite. Stay tuned for this year's chapter, coming soon.
Would you like a little music to help set the mood as you explore this story? Click the link above to listen the Peter Gunn soundtrack, or explore other works by famous Movie and TV composer Henry Mancini, such as the Pink Panther soundtrack here.

Our Grade 4 Problem Solving Mnemonic

To help us conquer the problems, we devised this problem solving mnemonic. Try committing it to memory to help you with your future problem solving adventures.

A   Green   School   Learner   Likes   Beating   The   Most   Difficult   Problems

Algebra (Integrate algebra)

Guess, Check and Refine

Simplify (Solve a simpler problem first)

List (Write a systematic list)

Logic (Apply logic)

Backwards (Work backwards)

Table (Create a table)

Model (Make a model or act the problem out with objects)

Diagram (Draw a diagram)

Pattern (Search for a pattern)

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