Puzzles with Measurement - Elementary Mathematics Explained - Lecture 25

Explore engaging measurement puzzles in this 39-minute educational video from the Elementary Mathematics series. Discover how clever insights and simple techniques can solve weighing challenges using pan balances. Learn to approach problems creatively, balancing systems in preparation for future equation work. Progress through increasingly complex puzzles, from basic weight comparisons to multi-step solutions involving powers of two. Gain valuable problem-solving skills applicable to both mathematics and real-world scenarios while enjoying the fun and educational aspects of measurement-based brain teasers.

The value of puzzles for education
First Puzzle with weights
Second Puzzle with relative weights
Third Puzzle with a heavier ball
Fourth Puzzle using a pan balance
Solution to the Fourth Puzzle
Weighing objects with a pan balance and 3
Solution : lets proceed step by step