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Nctm: Figure This: Bar Codes ActivityNctm: Figure This: Bar Codes Activity
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Nctm: Figure This: Bar Codes

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An exploration of the binary system using U.S. postal zip codes. Discover what numbers the long and short bars in a zip code represent in this one page activity from the NCTM Math Challenges for Families collection.

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binary code, number patterns, patterns

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algebra, binary system, identifying patterns, math concept, postal codes, real world applications, zip codes, figure this, nctm, u. s. post office, bar coding and reading, recognizing patterns
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Grade
3rd - 8th
Subjects
Career & Technical Education
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Activities & Projects
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For Administrator Use
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0L

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