INTRODUCTION

Mathematical problem solving has long been seen as a significant feature of mathematics,
mathematics teaching, and mathematics learning.

The critical skill that allows a student to make use of all other mathematical skills is
mathematical reasoning. There are various terms used to refer to "reasoning": Critical thinking, logical
reasoning, or simply reasoning. Mathematical vocabulary activities help students think quickly and more
clearly, giving them the capacity, ability to concentrate to solve complex problems of problem-solving
and reasoning.

These examples suggest that an individual who has the capability of studying more in
mathematics has a strategy development, problem solving and mathematical reasoning.

PROBLEMS

Question 1:

What day comes three days after the day, which comes two days after the day, which comes
immediately after the day, which comes two days after Monday?

a. SUNDAY
b. MONDAY
c. TUESDAY
d. WEDNESDAY
e. THURSDAY
f. FRIDAY
g. SATURDAY

CLUES
• Starts with letter T

PROCEDURES

• Analyze the question start the question on the day of Sunday to identify the answer one
by one.

MATERIALS

• Pen and paper

CORRECT ANSWER AND SOLUTION

• Answer: TUESDAY
• Solution:
What day comes three days after the day - Wednesday
Which comes two days after the day - Tuesday
Which comes immediately after the day - Monday
Which comes two days after Monday? Tuesday

Question 2:

What number should replace the question mark?

CLUES:
• Between 20-30

PROCEDURES

• (1) Cross multiply then;

(2)Subtract the answers

MATERIALS

• Calculator/Pen and paper

CORRECT ANSWER AND SOLUTION

• Answer: 26
Solution: (7x 8) – (5x 6) = 56 – 30 =26

Question 3:

CLUES
• A. Q
B. R
C. H
D. A

PROCEDURES

• Add the three numbers in each square together. The answer would be the equivalent
numerical value of the letter on each center of the square.

MATERIALS

• Pen and paper

CORRECT ANSWER AND SOLUTION

• Answer: Q
• Explanation: Adding the three numbers in each square together gives the numerical
value of the letter at the centre of each square.