Three of the Following Should Help Students Learn Mathematical Problem-Solving

question 64

Multiple Choice

Three of the following should help students learn mathematical problem-solving procedures. Given the textbook's discussion of problem solving, which one is least likely to be effective?

• A) Accompany word problems with illustrative pictures.
• B) Provide worked-out examples that illustrate a particular procedure.
• C) Have students apply the procedures to real-world problems in the classroom.
• D) Encourage students to do problems entirely in their heads whenever possible.

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