Mr.P’s Parent Maths Problem of the Week

Last week’s problem involved identifying a pattern in a “pizza” of numbers in order to determine the missing value on one of the slices. Number patterns are usually presented linearly, as this  reflects how we read and write – from left to right. However, these pizza-style puzzles present patterns in a less conventional way, encouraging children (and adults) to think non-linearly. This supports the development of flexible thinking and problem-solving skills.

The correct answer to last week’s problem is 20. To reach this solution, the numbers on opposite slices of the pizza are added together; each pair totals 24. The slice opposite the missing number is 4, which means the missing number must be 20.

Well done to everyone who solved it!