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Deb's Mathematics Blog May 2005 Archive

By Deb Russell, About.com Guide to Mathematics since 2002

Graphing Calculator

Sunday May 29, 2005
Taking algebra? Calculus? Statistics? Financial Math? My favorite calculator by far is the TI 84 Plus. Here's my review along with some prices. Free Manuals here.

Age Old Problems

Thursday May 26, 2005
They show up on algebra tests, quizzes and SAT's, try your hand at a few of these algebraic age problems.

Sharpen Up

Saturday May 21, 2005
Here's a listing of excellent 'mental math' workout books for ages 6-16 years. The better you are at mental math, the better you are at math!

Calculator: Amortization

Tuesday May 17, 2005
Use this online calculator to find out how much your payments will be on a mortgage. Enter the amount of principal, the rate and the length of time to see ... Read More

100's Chart

Thursday May 12, 2005
Looking to do some review this summer with elementary level math? A great place to start is with a 100's chart - oh the math you can do!

Googol Power’s “Crazy4Math” Online Contest Reaches the World

Saturday May 7, 2005
To enter this contest, simply share how you use math as a part of your every day activities. You must enter the Crazy for Math Contest online by July 15th ... Read More

Houston: 1/3 of 5th Graders Fail Math Test

Tuesday May 3, 2005
4500 students may have to face summer school or repeat another year in elementary school if they don't pass the test in August. What is the passing rate? 67 percent. ... Read More

Lines and Line Segments

Sunday May 1, 2005
One, you can measure its length, the other you cannot. Take a moment to refresh some of those important properties of lines.

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