george55
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bearlee said:Can't do individual ones right now and I'm not sure why Dawn hasn't been on-the computer at home works great. Tom seems to be upset I didn't say anything "intelligent" last time. Well, I found this in a the Florida Educational Math Association(FEMA for short).
Evolution of Math in Florida
Preface
Last week I purchased a burger and fries at McDonalds for $3.58. The counter girl took my $4.00 and I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She stood
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..........
Teaching Math In 1950
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit?
Teaching Math In 1960
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?
Teaching Math In 1970
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80. Did he make a profit?
Teaching Math In 1980
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.
Teaching Math In 1990
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.)
Teaching Math In 2006
Un ranchero vende una carretera de maderapara $100. El cuesto de la produccion era $80. Cuantos tortillas se puede comprar?
So I'm wondering if there is a moral to this and all I can do is think back to the 2000 election and the difficulty they had in Florida counting in sequential order for the election and now I know-everyone in Florida works at McDonalds![]()
New math always scared me when my kids were in school, give me trig and algebra anytime......

NOW YOU'RE TALKIN'!!!
