54 years of math in the US

[USA1]

It's SO true!

[suthdj]

7.A member of the cartel sold a half ounce of cocaine for 100 pesos, which cost 20 pesos to do. How many people died so you could benefit
7. Un miembro del cartel vendido una media onza de cocaína de 100 pesos, lo que le costó 20 pesos para hacer. ¿Cuántas personas murieron por lo que podría beneficiarse?

sorry can't do block letters.

[speedsix]

...sad but true...all posts must be posted in block letters in Spanish AND ENGLISH, so that those dispossessed of us may understand,
too...

...next year, there'll be an asterisk on that one and below *to become a member of this cartel and enrich your life, call --- --- ----...

[tacticool]

6. Teaching Math In 2000s
If you have special needs or just feel you need assistance because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, childhood memories, criminal background, then don't answer and the correct answer will be provided for you. There are no wrong answers.

7. Teaching Math In 2011
Un hachero vende una carrtada de maderapara 100 pesos. El costo de la producciones es 80 pesos. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?

At least the math instruction looks like it's getting better.

[jocat54]

Last week I purchased a burger at Burger King for $1.58. The counter girl took my $2 and I was digging for my change when I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She stood there, holding the nickel and 3 pennies, while looking at the screen on her register. I sensed her discomfort and tried to tell her to just give me two quarters, but she hailed the manager for help. Why do I tell you this?

Because of the evolution in teaching math since the 1950s:

1. Teaching Math In 1950s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit ?

2. Teaching Math In 1960s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?

3. Teaching Math In 1970s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80. Did he make a profit?

4. Teaching Math In 1980s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80 and his profit is $20. Your assignment: Underline the number 20.

5. Teaching Math In 1990s
A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of $20. What do you think of this way of making a living?
Topic for class participation after answering the question: How did the birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut down their homes? (There are no wrong answers, and if you feel like crying, it's ok.)

6. Teaching Math In 2000s
If you have special needs or just feel you need assistance because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, childhood memories, criminal background, then don't answer and the correct answer will be provided for you. There are no wrong answers.

7. Teaching Math In 2011
Un hachero vende una carrtada de maderapara 100 pesos. El costo de la producciones es 80 pesos. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?

So sad--but very true, it has always amazed me the number of people who can't make change without a register.

[OldCannon]

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So sad--but very true, it has always amazed me the number of people who can't make change without a register.

That's really more of an arithmetic skill. I remember when I was working at a pizza place in seventy-*mumble* and we didn't have a reliable register, so we added up orders and calculated tax. Even then it was something that took a little time to "Get Right, Get Fast", but once you did it for a few weeks, it was nothing. I'm MUCH more concerned about people getting college degrees with no more math than "cookbook algebra". THAT is the scary part.

[strider67]

The written evolution is hilarious.

I agree, though, the reality of it is sad...

I have a friend that gives change like AndyC. However, he would have given her, like, $2.37 just for the challenge! It's a hoot to see!

[philip964]

Last week I purchased a burger at Burger King for $1.58. The counter girl took my $2 and I was digging for my change when I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She stood there, holding the nickel and 3 pennies, while looking at the screen on her register. I sensed her discomfort and tried to tell her to just give me two quarters, but she hailed the manager for help. Why do I tell you this?

Because of the evolution in teaching math since the 1950s:

1. Teaching Math In 1950s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit ?

2. Teaching Math In 1960s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?

3. Teaching Math In 1970s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80. Did he make a profit?

4. Teaching Math In 1980s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80 and his profit is $20. Your assignment: Underline the number 20.

5. Teaching Math In 1990s
A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of $20. What do you think of this way of making a living?
Topic for class participation after answering the question: How did the birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut down their homes? (There are no wrong answers, and if you feel like crying, it's ok.)

6. Teaching Math In 2000s
If you have special needs or just feel you need assistance because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, childhood memories, criminal background, then don't answer and the correct answer will be provided for you. There are no wrong answers.

7. Teaching Math In 2011
Un hachero vende una carrtada de maderapara 100 pesos. El costo de la producciones es 80 pesos. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?

8. Teaching Math in fall 2011.
A boy has two moms, they are loggers. Another boy at school teases him. How long will this boy get a vacation at home.

[RPB]

Math in 2012
Logging is hard work; we'll just import lumber and borrow money to pay for it
Here's food stamp applications, housing assistance applications, free telephone applications, Utility assistance applications, interpreters and assistance provided to fill out forms for anyone who can't read.

Now, isn't that easier?
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[papajohn1964]

Lovin it!!!

[SQLGeek]

7.A member of the cartel sold a half ounce of cocaine for 100 pesos, which cost 20 pesos to do. How many people died so you could benefit
7. Un miembro del cartel vendido una media onza de cocaína de 100 pesos, lo que le costó 20 pesos para hacer. ¿Cuántas personas murieron por lo que podría beneficiarse?

sorry can't do block letters.

8. The ATF sells a case of fully automatic AK-47s, a case of fully automatic AR-15s and two cases of LAW rockets to the Mexican Mafia. How many of these weapons will be "traced" to gun shows or gun stores in the US? Show all work and underline the final answer.

[Purplehood]

...

So sad--but very true, it has always amazed me the number of people who can't make change without a register.

That's really more of an arithmetic skill. I remember when I was working at a pizza place in seventy-*mumble* and we didn't have a reliable register, so we added up orders and calculated tax. Even then it was something that took a little time to "Get Right, Get Fast", but once you did it for a few weeks, it was nothing. I'm MUCH more concerned about people getting college degrees with no more math than "cookbook algebra". THAT is the scary part.

You just described me...and you should probably be concerned.

[speedsix]

Last week I purchased a burger at Burger King for $1.58. The counter girl took my $2 and I was digging for my change when I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She stood there, holding the nickel and 3 pennies, while looking at the screen on her register. I sensed her discomfort and tried to tell her to just give me two quarters, but she hailed the manager for help. Why do I tell you this?

Because of the evolution in teaching math since the 1950s:

1. Teaching Math In 1950s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit ?

2. Teaching Math In 1960s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?

3. Teaching Math In 1970s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80. Did he make a profit?

4. Teaching Math In 1980s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80 and his profit is $20. Your assignment: Underline the number 20.

5. Teaching Math In 1990s
A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of $20. What do you think of this way of making a living?
Topic for class participation after answering the question: How did the birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut down their homes? (There are no wrong answers, and if you feel like crying, it's ok.)

6. Teaching Math In 2000s
If you have special needs or just feel you need assistance because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, childhood memories, criminal background, then don't answer and the correct answer will be provided for you. There are no wrong answers.

7. Teaching Math In 2011
Un hachero vende una carrtada de maderapara 100 pesos. El costo de la producciones es 80 pesos. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?

8. Teaching Math in fall 2011.
A boy has two moms, they are loggers. Another boy at school teases him. How long will this boy get a vacation at home.

...what'd they tease him about, being a chip off the old block???