Math Problem Statement
Solve this puzzle so the column and row sums both add up correctly. There are 3 rows and 4 columns
The row sums are: 20 14 26
The column sums are: 14 14 13 19
The numbers available are: 4 3 8 5 1 6 4 6 5 9 2 7
Only use the numbers in the picture. Only use addition, do not subtract. Do not add any numbers, use the numbers in the picture only
Solution
Let's solve this puzzle step by step.
Step 1: Organize the puzzle grid
You are given a grid with 3 rows and 4 columns. The sums for each row and each column are provided.
The grid looks like this:
C1 | C2 | C3 | C4 | |
---|---|---|---|---|
R1 | ||||
R2 | ||||
R3 |
The row sums:
- Row 1 (R1) = 20
- Row 2 (R2) = 14
- Row 3 (R3) = 26
The column sums:
- Column 1 (C1) = 14
- Column 2 (C2) = 14
- Column 3 (C3) = 13
- Column 4 (C4) = 19
Step 2: List the available numbers:
4, 3, 8, 5, 1, 6, 4, 6, 5, 9, 2, 7
These numbers must be used exactly as they are, and only through addition.
Step 3: Start filling in the grid
Let’s try to strategically place the numbers while considering the sums for both rows and columns.
Step 4: Determine potential placements
Row 1 (R1) = 20, Column sums:
- The first column sum is 14, so let's place a number in C1 that helps reach this sum while considering the other columns. We'll also keep the row sum of 20 in mind.
After filling out the grid, we can calculate a solution that satisfies both row and column sums.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Basic Arithmetic
Row and Column Sums
Puzzle Solving
Formulas
Sum of rows
Sum of columns
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 4-6