The Right Word
Spell the name of your card and the magician will find it.
Choose a card, divide the deck into three piles, and spell the name of the chosen card. The math magician will find it.
Arithmetic and symmetry are part of the trick—but where, and how? Does it really work every time? Try it out, observe carefully, and analyze the possible cases. Enjoy solving this math-magical problem!
Explanations and Materials
This mathemagic trick includes an explanatory sheet detailing each step of the trick and revealing the mathematical principles behind it. It can be used to spark curiosity and deepen students' understanding of the concepts involved.
This activity requires some material preparation to enhance the experience:
- 1 deck of cards per team
Teacher
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