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Number (place value): Mischievous Macaque

2 - The Problem

The Problem

In Uluwatu temple, a large troop of long-tailed macaques stole expensive items (mobile phones, jewellery and watches) from unsuspecting tourists over a 3-month period.

Using the clues, can you calculate the highest and lowest possible value of goods stolen over the 3-month period?

Did you know?

The long-tailed macaque is also known as the crab-eating macaque, even though it rarely eat crabs. Fruits and seeds make up the majority of its diet.

Visualising the Problem and Getting Started

To find the highest possible value of goods stolen in June, what digit do you need to start with?

To find the lowest possible value of goods stolen in June, what digit do you need to start with?

Clues