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The Lowdown — The Math of Credit Cards
Take credit for finding a great lesson on credit cards. Future consumers first learn about lines of credit and credit cards by watching a video. They then work through some problems on simple interest and monthly payments.
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Real-Life Math | Health Educator
Get healthy using math (although exercise helps, too!). Future consumers analyze a set of nutritional labels to compare caloric and nutrition information for two cereal brands. After watching a video of a health educator explaining how...
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Real World Ratio and Rate Problem: Bianca’s Fifty Percent Solution
Fifty percent off can still be quite expensive. Future consumers watch a video showing an irresponsible young shopper overspending in a 50 percent off sale. They then use store ads to calculate 10, 25, 50, and 75 percent discounts on items.