How to Play the '24' Game

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: There are only four numbers.

   ex.: 2,4,9,6.
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   Step 2: Think of the factors of 24: 1x24

   Try to make factors if it is what you are can do with your numbers. , (2,4,9,6) , 2x4=8, now when you have used 2 and 4, you may not use them again.
   
   Then do 9-6=3.
   
   Now multiply your numbers together. 8x3=24.
   
   You may not repeat ANY numbers.
   
   You may only use each number once. ,, Lets try a problem like that. ,, Instead, try multiplying a couple times, then adding the multiples. , 5x3=15, 3x3=9, then add them together. 15+9=24. ,, Also try, 1,2,3,4.
   
   You can try your own problems by just making up four random numbers.
   
   Don't get mad if they are impossible.
   
   No one's perfect.
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   Step 3: and 4x6.

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   Step 4: Make factors with the four numbers shown in the first step.

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   Step 5: Solve the problem.

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   Step 6: Use 2 or More Skills

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   Step 7: You may see numbers where you cannot just make factors.

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   Step 8: Use your numbers

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   Step 9: You cannot make factors with this one.

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    Step 10: Solve it.

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    Step 11: Try It!

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    Step 12: Try these problems 1

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