Problem 5 · 2021 Math Kangaroo
Easy
Arithmetic & Operations
place-value
When the 5 puzzle pieces shown are fitted together correctly, the result is a rectangle with a calculation written on it. What is the answer to this calculation?
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Answer: B — 32
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Hint 1 of 2
The five puzzle pieces carry the symbols 2, 0, 2, 1 and +; fit them into one calculation.
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Hint 2 of 2
Arrange them as a two-digit plus a two-digit sum and read off the total.
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Approach: reassemble the pieces into one addition
- The pieces 2, 0, 2, 1 and + fit together to spell the calculation 20 + 12.
- Adding gives 20 + 12 = 32.
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