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State four benefits of using problem solving in teaching and learning Mathematics

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I. Provides students opportunity to see interconnections between Mathematical ideas.
II. Provides the context in which concepts and skills are applied and learnt.
III. Helps learners relate Mathematics with the real world and appreciate its usefulness.
IV. Helps learners develop critical and analytical thinking by using problem solving strategies.
V. Helps learners develop positive attitude towards Mathematics and problem solving.

Titany answered the question on January 5, 2022 at 12:10

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