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2019 Math Kangaroo

Problem 1

Problem 1 · 2019 Math Kangaroo Easy
Logic & Word Problems careful-counting

Which of these clouds contain only numbers that are smaller than 7?

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Answer: D
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Hint 1 of 2
A cloud only counts if every single number in it is below 7.
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Hint 2 of 2
Scan each cloud and cross it out the moment you spot a 7 or anything bigger.
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Approach: check each cloud for any number that is 7 or larger
  1. Go cloud by cloud and look for a number that is 7 or more.
  2. Every cloud except one contains at least one number that is 7 or bigger.
  3. Only cloud D has all of its numbers smaller than 7.
  4. So the answer is D.
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