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Problem Solving Reviewer (Rev) - Mod.3.L.1.2.3

The document provides examples and explanations of mathematical concepts such as combinations, expressions, probability, sequences, deductive and inductive reasoning, and Fibonacci sequences. It also includes solutions to problems involving matchsticks, checkerboards, and riddles. Links are provided to external calculators and videos that can be used to solve some of the problems presented.

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Problem Solving Reviewer (Rev) - Mod.3.L.1.2.3

The document provides examples and explanations of mathematical concepts such as combinations, expressions, probability, sequences, deductive and inductive reasoning, and Fibonacci sequences. It also includes solutions to problems involving matchsticks, checkerboards, and riddles. Links are provided to external calculators and videos that can be used to solve some of the problems presented.

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Problem 1…

There are 5 officers to do the handshake without repetition, how many are the possible combinations of
handshakes?
https://www.calculatorsoup.com/calculators/discretemathematics/combinations.php
2. A certain number is to be multiplied by 9, then 15 is added, divide the sum
by 3 and subtract the quotient by 5, what expression is implied?
Solution:
Let x be the number:
𝑥(9)+15
-5
3

Reduce to lowest term or divide each term in the numerator by 3


X(3) + 5 – 5
Answer: 3x
3. In Einstein’s riddle who owns the cat?
Ans. Norwegian
1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELVWdaNESkk
2. https://udel.edu/~os/riddle-solution.html
In the s

In the second column it is evident that the Norwegian owns the cat.
4. What is the probability of selecting 3 representatives for quiz bee
contest from 7 outstanding students?

Solution: Determine first the total possible outcomes of selections or


combinations without repetitions:
r=3 , n= 7
using combination calculator , nCr
7 C3 = 35
1
Then probability is
35
5. Problem on 8 x8 squares checkerboard, how many squares?
Solution: 12 + 22 + 32 + 42 ………..82 = _____?
6. Which of the statements following will help solve the “DIE HARD
PROBLEM”
Answer:
7. How many matchsticks are needed to form 6x6 square?
Solution #1:
Create a table and add the 2 numbers diagonally to get the next number
as shown:

For 6x6 square


Answer= 84
Solution # 2) The formula from the pattern is:
2n(n+1)
For 1x1 square, n=1, then;
2(1)(1+1) = 2(2) = 4
For 2x2 square, n=2, then;
2(2)(2+1) = 4(3) = 12

For 3x3 square, n=3, then;


2(3)(3+1) = 6(4) = 24

For 6x6 square, n=6, then;


2(6)(6+1) = 12(7) = 84
8. Counter example:
What is a counter example?

A mathematical statement is a sentence that is either true or false.

Example 1. What number must be substituted to x to prove that the conjecture is true?

x -2>0

Answer: any number ≥ 3

Example 2. What number must be substituted to x to prove that the conjecture is true?

x +1 < 0
Answer: any number < -1

Example 3. What number must be substituted to x to prove that the conjecture is false?
3𝑥
= 1
3𝑥
Answer: x= 0 , because any number(including zero) divided by zero is undefined.
9. Example of deductive and inductive reasoning in mathematical:
9.1 deductive:

9.2 : Inductive:

n, n+3, n+5, n+7, n+9……


Add consecutive odd numbers starting from 3….
10. Fibonacci’s sequence calculator:
https://www.thecalculator.co/math/Fibonacci-Calculator-703.html

In the apps. just enter the required nth item in the sequence then click
calculate:
Example: what is the 28th item/term in fibonacci’s sequence?
Checking:

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