3. WHAT IS RIDDLES?
A Riddle can be defined as an interrogatory
statement that has two meanings, and is
generally asked as a puzzle to be solved by the
observant.
Riddles have a clue within themselves, and it lies
in the creativity and presence of mind of the
observer to crack it.
Riddle can be a question with a quick answer.
Mathematical riddles are more like logic
problems which require mathematics to solve.
4. BENEFITS
Benefits of Mathematical riddles are :-
Improve problem solving skills.
Strengthen reading.
Encourage critical thinking skills.
Provide motivation by making math fun.
Make mathematics interesting for students.
Improves IQ.
Allow students to explore ideas.
Group work improves social skills.
Introduce intellectual humor.
Improve concentration.
5. EXAMPLES
1. If you multiply this number by any other
number the answer will always be the same.
What number is this?
Answer:- zero
2. Add me to myself and multiply by 4. Divide me
by 8 and you will have me once more. What
number am I?
Answer:- any number
6. EXAMPLES
3. When I take 5 & add 6, I get 11, but when I take
6 & add 7, I get 1. What am I?
Answer:- Clock
4. x is an odd number. Take an alphabet away
from & it becomes even. Which is that
number?
Answer:- Seven