The Answer is Always…..
Discover maths tricks that always end with the same result, no matter the starting number!
The Mystery of Number 2
1
Pick a Number
Start with any number. The magic begins!
2
Double and Add
Multiply by 2, then add 4. Watch the transformation unfold.
3
Divide and Subtract
Halve the result, then subtract your original number. Voila! It's always 2.
The Trick for Number 3
1
Choose Any Number
Let your students pick their favourite number to start.
2
Double and Add 6
Multiply by 2 and add 6. The magic is building!
3
Halve and Subtract
Divide by 2, then subtract the original number. It's always 3!
The Secret of Number 4
Start with Any Number
Let imagination run wild. Any number will do!
Multiply and Add 8
Double the number, then add 8. The plot thickens!
Divide and Subtract
Halve the result, subtract the original. Always 4!
The Magic of Number 5
Pick Any Number
The starting point doesn't matter. It's all part of the trick!
Double and Add 10
Multiply by 2, add 10. The magic is in motion!
Halve and Subtract
Divide by 2, subtract the original. Tada! It's always 5.
The Wonder of Number 6
Choose Any Number
Start with any number. The magic is universal!
Double and Add 12
Multiply by 2, then add 12. Watch the numbers dance!
Divide and Subtract
Halve the result, subtract the original. Always 6!
The Charm of Number 7
How to always get 7
Start with any number. Double it. Add 14. Divide by 2. Subtract your original number. The result is always 7!
Why does it work?
The trick uses algebra. By adding 14 (2 × 7) in the middle, we ensure the final result is always 7.
Classroom application
Use this trick to introduce algebraic thinking. Challenge students to figure out why it always works!
The Allure of Number 8
The Mystery of Number 9
1
Start Anywhere
Choose any number. The cosmic maths will align!
2
Double and Add 18
Multiply by 2, add 18. Feel the universal constants at work!
3
Halve and Subtract
Divide by 2, subtract the original. Behold! It's always 9.
The Universal Formula
1
Choose N (2-9)
Pick the final number you want to achieve.
2
Apply the Formula
Use: 2x + 2N, then divide by 2 and subtract x (where x is the number picked).
3
Universal Result
The magic works for any starting number and any chosen N!