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Paradox and Impossibility
Years 9 - 1120 - 40 minutes
Introduction video
Pupil sheets
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Teacher sheets
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Quick Description
4 puzzles studying impossibility and paradoxes.
Prior Knowledge
Two-way tables.
Instructions
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Distribute one copy of pupil sheets to each pupil, or to each pair to encourage discussion. Make sure you print 1 sheet per page.
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You may wish to play the introductory video which quickly explains a couple of points about mathematical proof, or you may wish to explain these yourself.
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Pupils should be able to work through tasks, but I suggest having a copy of the teacher sheets available if pupils are in need of some guidance.

Paradox and Impossibility
Paradox and Impossibility