This Reasoning Strategy Is Commonly Used in High Performing Countries

question 22

Multiple Choice

This reasoning strategy is commonly used in high performing countries and takes advantage of student's knowledge of combinations.Identify the equation that represents this strategy.

• A)15 - 8,think 10 + 5 - 8,take from the 10: 10 - 8,add back on the 5 to get the answer.
• B)14 - 8,take away 4 to get to 10,then take away 4 more to get the answer.
• C)12 - 5,it takes 5 to get to 10 and 2 more to 12 and 5 + 2 = to get to the answer.
• D)7 + 6,5 + 2 is seven and 6 is 5 + 1,add 5 + 5 and add the 2 and 1 to get the answer.

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Definitions:

Parent-Company Extension Method

An accounting approach used in consolidation, where the parent company's financial statements extend to include the subsidiary's transactions and balances.

Goodwill

Goodwill is an intangible asset that arises when a company acquires another business for more than the fair value of its net identifiable assets.

NCI

Non-Controlling Interest, which refers to the equity in a subsidiary not attributable, directly or indirectly, to the parent company.

Common Shares

Equity securities representing ownership in a company, giving holders voting rights and a share in the company's profits via dividends.