- Assuming the number of eggs follows a direct proportion
Some people think, “If 3 hens lay 3 eggs in 3 days, then 12 hens must lay 12 eggs in 12 days.” That sounds logical, but it’s incorrect! - Misinterpreting the time factor
Many forget to account for the fact that the number of eggs depends on both the number of hens AND the number of days. - Not breaking down the problem into smaller steps
Instead of analyzing the question step by step, some rush to answer without fully understanding how the numbers relate.