University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Eggs in Baskets
At this one page website you will not be carrying all your eggs in one basket. Use the clues to figure out how many eggs are in each of the baskets listed. When you have your solution check to see if it is the same as the one available...
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: Chocs, Mints, Jellies
On this one page website, logic and other problem solving skills will help you find a variety of solutions to this sweet dilemma. The University of Cambridge provides possible solutions to aid you in your decision making.
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: Snails' Trails
Follow the guidelines and figure out the logic needed to bring these two snails together! A solution is available to check your results.
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: Heads and Feet
Solve this problem about hens and sheep and practice your algebraic thinking all at the same time. A solution is provided at this one page website.
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: Briefcase Lock
Use logic and reason to figure out what the correct combination of numbers are for the locked briefcase. At this one page website you can also check the solution.
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: Whose Sandwich?
On this one page website logic and reason will help you figure out who ordered which sandwich. Check your results against the solution they provide at this website.
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: How Many Eggs?
Use the clues at this one page website to figure out just how many chocolate eggs each child will receive. The solution is available when you figure it out.
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: Zargon Glasses
On this one page website using logic you can help Zump figure out which combination of glasses go to which members of the 9 families who ordered glasses one day. Check your answer against the solution provided by the website.
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: Train Timetable
Reasoning will help you figure out the timetable for the trains in this problem. Construct a table and see if it matches the solution this one page website provides.
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: Team Scream
This logic problem will require you to figure out a variety of combinations. The solution is available on this one page NRich website.
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University of Cambridge: Nrich: Calendar Cubes
Solve this problem using your reasoning problem solving skills. The solution is available on this one page website.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Combinations
The combination function is used to solve probability counting problems. Several examples are presented with detailed solutions.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Probability and Statistics
Mini lessons are provided for learning concepts in the world of probability and statistics. Topics include counting and probability, permutations, combinations, independent and dependent events, and distributions. Links to online...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: The Towers Problem
Build as many different looking towers as is possible, each exactly four cubes high using two colors of Unifix Cubes. Convince yourself and others that you have found all possible towers four cubes high and that you have no duplicates.
NumberNut
Number Nut: Ordering Operations With Parentheses
A thorough lesson on order of operations that includes detailed examples and related vocabulary.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Activity for Combinations
A lesson, practice activity, and teacher resource for exploring combinations using six photographs of dogs.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Radar Bills
Have you seen a radar bill lately? Explore number patterns, number combinations, and probability in this math challenge that examines serial numbers on U.S. bills. A one page activity from the NCTM Math Challenges for Families series.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Pigeonhole Principle
What is the possibility that another student in your school will have your exact same initials? Try this math challenge using logical reasoning and the "Pigeonhole principle," to discover how this could actually happen. An engaging...
Purple Math
Purplemath: Factorials
A review of factorials in the areas of combinations, permutations, probability, and the Binomial Theorem is presented. Examples are worked out and explained, complete with graphing calculator steps.
Math Words
Math words.com: Combination
Visit this site for a basic definition for what a combination is. An example is given.