Solving the SEND + MORE Puzzle

Solving the SEND + MORE Puzzle

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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Presh Talwalkar presents a unique puzzle where SEND + MORE = MONEY, with each letter representing a distinct digit. The video guides viewers through solving the puzzle using logical reasoning and arithmetic, emphasizing the importance of practice in improving number sense. The solution is methodically explained, highlighting the process of elimination and deduction. The video concludes with a call to action to engage with more mathematical content.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main objective of the puzzle presented in the video?

To identify the pattern in a sequence of numbers.

To solve a complex algebraic equation.

To calculate the sum of two large numbers.

To find a unique solution where each letter represents a distinct digit.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the narrator encourage viewers to solve the puzzle themselves?

It helps improve logical thinking and number sense.

It is a part of a school assignment.

It is a way to win a prize.

It is a requirement for a math competition.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What conclusion is drawn from analyzing the fifth column of the puzzle?

M must be equal to 1.

S must be equal to 9.

O must be equal to 0.

R must be equal to 8.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the value of S determined in the fourth column?

By setting S equal to M.

By assuming S is the largest digit.

By concluding that S plus 1 equals 10.

By calculating S as the average of two numbers.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the relationship between E and N in the third column?

E and N are equal.

E is equal to N plus 1.

N is equal to E plus 1.

N is twice the value of E.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the value of R determined from the second column?

R is equal to 7.

R is equal to 8.

R is equal to 9.

R is equal to 6.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the value of D determined in the first column?

D is equal to 6.

D is equal to 5.

D is equal to 8.

D is equal to 7.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final solution to the puzzle SEND + MORE = MONEY?

9567 + 1085 = 10652

9567 + 1085 = 10562

9567 + 1085 = 10752

9567 + 1085 = 10452