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The Ten Solution Strategies for Problem Solving

Match each strategy with its description.

AB
Act It OutYou can move objects around to solve a problem.
Draw A PictureThis will help you see the problem.
Make A TableThis will help you organize your information.
Make An Organized ListThis will make it easy for you to see what you have done and tried already.
Guess And CheckAnother name for this strategy is Trial and Error.
Use Logical ThinkingWe use this when we complete Venn Diagrams.
Make A Simpler ProblemUsing smaller number or even whole numbers will help you find a plan for solving problem with really large number or fractions or decimals.
BrainstormWHen nothing else works, try this.
Look For A PatternBy using this strategy, you will be able to predict what comes next.
Working BackwardsWe use this strategy when we nedd to start at the end and work our way back to the beginning.


math teacher
Fairmont Junior High
Pasadena, TX

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