Saturday, October 28, 2017

Secret Number Challenge

Weekend Math Challenge
Jack was scared as he knocked on the door. A low voice said, "Before I open the door, you must say the secret number."
Here are some clues:
  • It is greater than 275.
  • It is less than 325.
  • If you count by 5's, you say its name.
  • It can be divided evenly by 3 and 9.

What is the secret number? Write your answer and name on a piece of paper and give it to Ms. Earl on Monday.

Friday, October 20, 2017

Riddles Challenge

Can you solve these riddles?
Here's an example: 365 D in a Y = 365 days in a year

Now it's your turn.

1. 24 H in a D
2. 2 W on a B
3. 26 L in the A
4. 52 W in a Y
5. 100 C in a M

Your solutions are due to Ms. Earl on Monday. Good Luck!

Friday, October 13, 2017

Magic Plant Challenge Question

Magic Plant
On Friday at 9 am, the magic plant was only 2 centimetres tall.


Every twenty four hours, it doubled its height.



How tall was it on Monday at 9 am?

Show your math thinking with a diagram, numbers, chart, etc. Your solution is due to Ms. Earl on Monday.

Thursday, October 5, 2017

Weekend Math Challenge #1

Would you rather work for seven days at $20 per day or work the first day for $2 and have your salary double every day for a week?

Show your solution and explain your thinking. Solutions are due on Tuesday.