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Checking AI answers

Strategy card

Before you trust an answer, check it yourself.

  1. Step 1: Solve the puzzle on your own first.
  2. Step 2: Then look at what the computer said.
  3. Step 3: If they're different, check both again.
  4. Step 4: A grown-up can help you decide.

Tip: Sounding sure isn't the same as being right.

Worked example

Which number comes next?

20, 17, 14, 11, ?

  • A: 10
  • B: 8 (the answer)
  • C: 5
  • D: 4

Why: Each number is 3 less than the one before. So the next number is 8.

Your turn

Your turn 1 of 3

Use every number and every sign once. Which answer can you make?

Numbers and signs: 10 1 −

Your turn 2 of 3

Which number comes next?

4, 6, 8, 10, ?

Your turn 3 of 3

Use every number and every sign once. Which answer can you make?

Numbers and signs: 5 10 +

Keep practicing

Grown-ups: Ask: "How could we check that?" Parent guide

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