Saturday, September 13th, 2008...2:49 pm
Fifty years of math (1957-2008)
My extremely good friend, Carol, who lives in Florida, where this is more apt, sent this funny to me today. And since this is a homeschool education blog, I thought I’d pass it along so we can all get a chuckle!
Fifty Years of Math (1957 – 2008)
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. While he tried to explain the
transaction to her, she stood there and cried. Why do I tell you this?
Because of the evolution in teaching math since the 1950’s:
1. Teaching Math In 1950’s
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 1960’s
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 1970’s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production
is $80. Did he make a profit?
4. Teaching Math In 1980’s
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 1990’s
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.)
Share This6. Teaching Math In 2008
Un hacero vende una carretada de maderapara $100. El costo de la
producciones es $80. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?
5 Comments
September 13th, 2008 at 3:05 pm
That is TOOO funny. And sadly a lot of it is right.
September 16th, 2008 at 11:50 am
Sadly, almost ALL of it is true. What a terrible situation we are getting ourselves into as a country.
September 16th, 2008 at 6:12 pm
I am HOWLING! I so did not see that coming…it is hysterical!! Thanks for the laugh—
September 24th, 2008 at 9:01 pm
Isn’t it sad? And, I find my self sometimes not giving change to someone if I don’t think they can figure it out.
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