Patterns and Algebra

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Kate wrote a number that was larger than 1 000 but smaller than 10 000 and did not contain any even digits. Its digits added up to 16. What numbers might she have written?

What is the question asking? What equipment could help you with this task? What is the smallest number possible? What is the largest? Are there any other solutions? How can you check if you are right?
PAS3.1a * Records, analyses and describes geometric and number patterns that involve one operation using tables and words PAS3.1b * Constructs, verifies and completes number sentences involving the four operations with a variety of numbers MA3-8NA Analyses and creates geometric and number patterns, constructs and completes number sentences, and locates points on the Cartesian plane MA3-2WM Selects and applies appropriate problem solving strategies, including the use of digital technologies, in undertaking investigations

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