CPM Homework Help : CC3MN Problem 3-69

Copy and complete each of the Diamond Problems below. The pattern used in the Diamond Problems is shown at right.

Generic Diamond Problem. One number, x, is located on the left side. The second number, y, is located on the right side. The bottom number is the sum of the two numbers, x and y. The top number is the product of the two numbers, x and y.

Hint (a) and (b):

Look at the diamond in the right-hand corner to find what belongs in the top and bottom diamonds.

More Help (a) and (b):

Use the $x$ and y values given to find the $xy$ value and $x+y$ value.

Partial Answers (a) and (b):

Diamond Problem a: Left 3 and 1 half, Right 1 half, Top blank, Bottom 4

Diamond problem b: Left 7, Right blank, Top negative 28, Bottom 3

Hint (c) and (d):

See the hints in parts (a) and (b).