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Problem Solving

The document discusses the nature of problems, defining them as situations requiring creative solutions when the method is not immediately known. It distinguishes between routine problems, which can be solved using basic arithmetic operations, and non-routine problems, which require more complex strategies. Additionally, it outlines the benefits of problem-solving in mathematics, including enhancing critical thinking and providing an engaging learning experience.

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Problem Solving

The document discusses the nature of problems, defining them as situations requiring creative solutions when the method is not immediately known. It distinguishes between routine problems, which can be solved using basic arithmetic operations, and non-routine problems, which require more complex strategies. Additionally, it outlines the benefits of problem-solving in mathematics, including enhancing critical thinking and providing an engaging learning experience.

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Problem Solving

WHAT IS A PROBLEM?
“ A question is considered a problem if the
procedure or method of solution is not immediately
known but requires one to apply creativity and previous
knowledge in new and unfamiliar situations”. ( George
Polya of Hungary, 1965).
He further said that” To have a problem means to
search for some action appropriate to attain some
clearly but not immediately attainable aim”.
“A problem is a situation in which a person wants something
and does not know immediately what series of actions he can
perform to get it” ( Hinderson and Pingry, 1953).
“ A mathematical problem, like any problem in life, is defined
as a problem because it causes as much difficulty in attaining a
solution. If the solution, or even the procedure for solving it, is
obvious, then it is no longer a problem but just an exercise.
Virtually all problems the students are asked to solve are bite-
size exercises designed to achieve subject matter mastery.
ROUTINE AND NON-ROUTINE
PROBLEMS
Routine problem solving involves using at least one of the four arithmetic operations to solve
problems that are practical in nature. It stresses the use of algorithms to solve the problem.
1. Kyla jogs five times around a rectangular plaza every morning. If the length of the plaza is 58
m and its width is 34 m, then what is the distance Kyla jogs every morning?
2. Filtcher, Hilgrem and Rene sold 60 kilograms of mangoes one weekend. If each kilogram costs
P90 and they divide their income in the ration3:4:5, then how much did each get?
NON-ROUTINE PROBLEMS
It is a problem in mathematics where one does not readily have an idea how to go about in
solving the given problem. The problem maybe solved in many different ways or strategies and
others may have more than one answer or solution.
1. Rex bought a box of chocolates. He gave half of his chocolates to Ian. From the remaining
ones, he gave 15 pieces to Pinky and another 25 pieces to Kris Mae and has 18 chocolates left.
How many chocolates did he buy?
2. A store owner arranged shoe boxes into rows such as follows: She places one box in the top
row, two boxes in the second row, four boxes in the third row, eight boxes in the fourth row, and
so on. If the number of boxes in each row increases in the same way, how many boxes does she
place in the tenth row?
BENEFITS OF PROBLEM SOLVING
1. Learning to solve problems is the principal reason for studying mathematics
2. It is an avenue for the application of concepts
3. It can identify students who have the ability to transfer the knowledge learned into a new
situation.
4. It can discriminate students with varied mathematical abilities.
5. It is interesting and enjoyable way to learn mathematics
6. It gives variety to a mathematics class.
7. It enhances critical thinking skills and creativity.
8. It can be made a springboard to the discussion of the new lesson.
9. It can serve as venue for value integration.
10. It can be utilized to promote cooperative learning.

STRATEGIES IN PROBLEM SOLVING


1. Make a table or an organized list.
Each one- Ann, Enya, Alvin, and Johnny have different favorite color among red, blue, green, and orange. No
person’s name contains the same number of letters as his/her favorite color. Alvin and the boy who likes blue live
in different parts of the town. Red is the favorite color of one of these girls. What is each person’s favorite color?

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