Mess of 100 Bucks: Calculating the Loss

Mess of 100 Bucks: Calculating the Loss

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Mathematics

10th Grade - University

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The video presents a puzzle involving John, who sells a cap for $50. A buyer pays with a fake $100 note, and John gets change from his neighbor Jennifer. After realizing the note is fake, John repays Jennifer, leading to a discussion on calculating John's loss. The video explores different loss calculations, ultimately concluding that John's loss is $100. The session emphasizes logical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What problem did John face when trying to sell the cap?

The buyer didn't want the cap.

The buyer didn't have enough money.

John didn't have change for a $100 note.

The cap was damaged.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Jennifer discover about the $100 note?

It was a real note.

It was a fake note.

It was a foreign currency.

It was a torn note.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much money did John have to arrange to pay Jennifer back?

$50

$100

$150

$200

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was John's total loss after the transaction?

$100

$50

$150

$200

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What logical conclusion does the video reach about John's loss?

John's loss was $200.

John made a profit.

John's loss was $150.

John's loss was $100.