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Solve non-routine problems by working backwards.
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Solving non-routine problems involves creativity and critical thinking. Solution methods for non-routine problems are not prescribed. They may involve multiple representations, and are challenging for the learner.
Example: Alex had some marbles. On his birthday, his father doubled the number of his marbles. Alex gave 5 marbles to his best friend. Then he divided the remaining marbles into three equal groups and shared them with his two brothers. Each brother got 11 marbles. What was the original number of marbles that Alex had before his birthday? Did he make a good choice of sharing his marbles? What strategy would you use if you were Alex?General Information
Subject Area: X-Mathematics (former standards - 2008)
Grade: 7
Body of Knowledge: Algebra
Idea: Level 3: Strategic Thinking & Complex Reasoning
Supporting Idea: Number and Operations - Number and Operations
Date Adopted or Revised: 09/07
Content Complexity Rating:
Level 3: Strategic Thinking & Complex Reasoning
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More Information
Date of Last Rating: 06/07
Status: State Board Approved - Archived
Assessed: Yes
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