In 2012, the U.S. produced 32 million tons of plastic. Only 9% was recovered for recycling. How much was recovered? How much would be recovered if 20% were recycled? It…
Read MoreThis problem was submitted on behalf of Miki Wallingsford’s Algebra 1 Honors class at Haughton High School. Recycling a stack of newspaper just 3 feet high saves one tree. How…
Read MoreHere is another fun math problem in our March Mathness series: The Dayton Flyers continue to be the Cinderella team of this tournament. They outscored Stanford 82-72 last night. It was…
Read MoreThe teams that made it to the Sweet Sixteen are very different. Some have posted high scores in post season, some low. But they are all winners. Can you find…
Read MoreTeams will be travelling to get to the Sweet Sixteen tournament locations. The UCLA Bruins will travel the furthest from Los Angeles to Memphis. The 2000 mile flight will take 5…
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