The Clock
Clock! Clock! Tell me what time it is! Oops... I mean: tell me what your card is!
Does this trick work every time? How can you make it happen? Bring in the clock, and the trick is done.
Count, reason, and impress! A clever method explains this trick—can you figure it out?
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:
- At least 24 playing cards per team
- One clock illustration per team (available in the appendix)
Teacher
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