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Multiple Representations

Multiple Representations

Mathematicians use many different representations when solving problems, such as tables, graphs, diagrams and algebra. These tasks encourage students to use a variety of different representations to gain valuable insights into mathematical situations.

The Remainders Game 
Age 7 to 14
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Play this game and see if you can figure out the computer's chosen number.

Magic Crosses 
Age 7 to 14
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Can you find examples of magic crosses? Can you find all the possibilities?

Remainders 
Age 7 to 14
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I'm thinking of a number. My number is both a multiple of 5 and a multiple of 6. What could my number be?

Always a Multiple? 
Age 11 to 14
Challenge Level Yellow starYellow star

Think of a two digit number, reverse the digits, and add the numbers together. Something special happens...

Which Is Cheaper? 
Age 14 to 16
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When I park my car in Mathstown, there are two car parks to choose from. Can you help me to decide which one to use?

Which Is Bigger? 
Age 14 to 16
Challenge Level Yellow starYellow star

Which is bigger, n+10 or 2n+3? Can you find a good method of answering similar questions?

Exploring Cubic Functions 
Age 14 to 18
Challenge Level Yellow starYellow star

Quadratic graphs are very familiar, but what patterns can you explore with cubics?

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The NRICH Project aims to enrich the mathematical experiences of all learners. To support this aim, members of the NRICH team work in a wide range of capacities, including providing professional development for teachers wishing to embed rich mathematical tasks into everyday classroom practice.

NRICH is part of the family of activities in the Millennium Mathematics Project.

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