Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

Question

1. An “exercise” can be solved by simply applying a routine procedure, but a “problem” is not
routine and requires a well-thought-out plan of attack.
2. If there are infinitely many numbers involved in a problem, the Guess and Test problem-solving strategy is indicated.
3. If 12 coins are arranged in the shape of an equilateral triangle, then there are 5 coins along
each side.
4. If the fourth phase of problem solving,“Looking Back,” we should look for other ways to solve the problem even if we got the ‘right’ answer.
5. When you are asked to make a generalization, you should use the Guess and Test
problem-solving strategy.

Answer 1

1. True
2. False—A better choice might be Use a Variable.
3. True
4. True
5. False—The Look for a Pattern strategy is probably best.