Tuesday, July 11, 2006

    Something Funny

    Here is a funny joke that was forwarded to me. Enjoy :)


    1. Teaching Math In 1950

    A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5
    of the price. What is his profit?

    2. Teaching Math In 1960

    A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5
    of the price, or $80. What is his profit?

    3. Teaching Math In 1970

    A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is
    $80. Did he make a profit?

    4. Teaching Math In 1980

    A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80
    and his profit is $20. Your assignment: Underline the number 20.

    5. Teaching Math In 1990

    A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and
    inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the
    preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of $20.
    What do you think of this way of making a living?
    Topic for class participation after answering the question: How did the
    birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut down their homes? (There are no
    wrong answers. )

    6. Teaching Math In 2006

    Un hachero vende una carretada de maderapara $100. El costo de la
    producciones es $80.

    2 comments:

    Marisa said...

    Hahah, that's pretty good! 1980 is my favorite.

    Nick said...

    I agree that 1980 was the best! :) Though 2006 was pretty funny as well.