Mathematics in the Real World, Really.

Kennedy, Dan

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ERIC Number: EJ312684

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Publication Date: 1985

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Mathematics in the Real World, Really.

Kennedy, Dan

Mathematics Teacher, v78 n1 p18-22 Jan 1985

One mathematician's view of real problems is given. Described (with some humor) are magic retail numbers, the highway bypass, the elliptical table, and the senior-class schedule. (MNS)

Descriptors: Algebra, Geometric Concepts, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Number Concepts, Percentage, Problem Solving

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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