Throughout the school year, students will be working on challenging word problems, learn problem solving strategies and develop mathematical ideas and thinking. This is 21st century learning! :)
Today the problem proved difficult. In fact, no one came up with the correct solution. However, there was some EXCELLENT conversation, problem solving, and deep thought involved. The students asked that I share the problem on the blog, so that they may challenge you to solve it as well. The solution is in the comments section. We went over how to solve the problem in class. Challenge your student to explain the solution to you if you get stuck. Please feel free to comment, and let us know how it went for you!
Here is the problem:
2 diamond rings and 4 silver rings cost $1,440. A diamond ring and a silver ring cost $660. How much does a silver ring cost?
A silver ring costs $60.
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