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Problem Solving Practice 1

In this practice exercise, students will solve word problems, which will develop their problem-solving and comprehension skills under timed conditions.

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'Problem Solving Practice 1' worksheet

Key stage:  KS 2

Year:  Year 5 11+ worksheets

Curriculum topic:   Exam-Style Questions: Verbal Reasoning

Curriculum subtopic:   Exam-Style Questions: Problem Solving

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Worksheet Overview

The following activity is a practice exercise to help you measure your success under timed conditions.

If you are unsure of an answer, move on to the next question.

You should come back to questions you found difficult at the end if you have time.

 

Look at the example below.

Jack and Miranda have three children.

Daisy is 3 years older than Sally.

Sally is 1 year older than Fred.

Which child is the youngest?

 

Fred must be the youngest as both Sally and Daisy are older than him.

 

Now it's time to begin this practice exercise.

Good luck!

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