Problem Description:
The task is to create a clock by placing the numbers 1 through 12 in their correct positions around a circular clock face. The numbers are provided on the left side of the image, and the clock face has 12 empty slots where the numbers should be placed.
Solution Approach:
1.
Understand the Clock Layout:
- A standard clock has 12 hours marked from 1 to 12.
- The numbers are arranged in a circular pattern, starting with 12 at the top and moving clockwise.
2.
Identify the Positions:
- The number
12 is always at the top center of the clock.
- The number
3 is at the right side (representing 3 o'clock).
- The number
6 is at the bottom center (representing 6 o'clock).
- The number
9 is at the left side (representing 9 o'clock).
3.
Place the Numbers:
- Start by placing
12 at the top center.
- Place
3 at the far right.
- Place
6 at the bottom center.
- Place
9 at the far left.
- Fill in the remaining numbers (1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11) in a clockwise order between these key positions.
4.
Verify the Placement:
- Ensure that the numbers are evenly spaced around the circle.
- Double-check that the sequence is correct: 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 5 → 6 → 7 → 8 → 9 → 10 → 11 → 12.
Step-by-Step Placement:
- Top center:
12
- Right side:
3
- Bottom center:
6
- Left side:
9
- Between 12 and 3 (clockwise):
1,
2
- Between 3 and 6 (clockwise):
4,
5
- Between 6 and 9 (clockwise):
7,
8
- Between 9 and 12 (clockwise):
10,
11
Final Answer:
The numbers should be placed as follows:
```
12
11 1
10 2
9 3
8
7 4
6 5
```
Boxed Final Answer:
$$
\boxed{
\text{Place the numbers as shown above.}
}
$$
This ensures the clock is correctly assembled with all numbers in their proper positions.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of make a clock worksheet.
