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Special 24
Age 7 to 11
Challenge Level 
Why do this problem?
This problem gives practice in calculating, but it also offers
a good point from which to open up a challenge and allow pupils
freedom to explore (see the ideas below).
Key questions
What number could you try?
Will you need to try a bigger or smaller number next?
Possible extension
This sheet
gives some possible extension ideas.
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