Try to solve this extremely hard math question I found on the practice SSAT test!!!

William has a .300 batting average (hit/times at bat). If he gets a total of 10 more hits the next 10 times he is at bat, his batting average will jump to .400. Determine how many hits he had originally.

A.) 24

B.) 16

C.) 22

D.) 34

E.) 18

EXTRA CREDIT QUESTION!

Light Homework

Be ready to use the TI-89 in class tomorrow. The only homework you have is to finish Lesson 2-7.

Fact Triangles

Do those fact triangles bring back memories of when you were in second grade? Be sure you make the connection between solving equations and writing related facts using fact triangles.

Homework:
Lesson 2-7, Covering and Revew

Equivalence

Remember: There are several ways to prove equivalence when you have a graphing calculator. Be careful when checking for equivalence using values. The numbers to avoid are 0, 1, and 2.

Homework:

1. Finish all the problems in Lesson 2-5.
2. Bring in your signed Chapter 1 test if you have not already done so.

Opposite of a Sum Property

You need to be really careful about distinguishing h0w the different properties change the simplification process. Some of you are ignoring how the opposite of a sum works.



Homework:

1. Finish Applying in Lesson 2-4.
2. Complete the assigned problems in Lesson Masters 2-1A (#6, 10, 11) and 2-2A (5,6, 12, 13). Pass the Lesson Masters in tomorrow (Friday) so they can be corrected and passed back to you.
3. Study for a quiz on Lessons 2-1 through 2-3 on Monday.

Opposites

These properties can be confusing if you try to take shortcuts too soon. Be sure you memorize the properties and know when to use the word opposite.

Homework

1. You must come to class ready to discuss Lesson 2-4, Covering the Ideas. We may not get into it but you never know.
2. Finish Review for next Wednesday.
3. Email me your number puzzle by 8:00AM next Wednesday morning.

More Puzzles

On Friday, Msmitty and Rachelle will have puzzles for the grandparents to try. Are there any that we did in class that you think your grandparents would like to see?

Homework:

1. Finish Applying and Review in Lesson 2-3.
2. Write a puzzle, worth one quiz grade, that results in your birthdate. This is due next Wednesday. You have to email it to me . You may work in pairs but include both names in the upper right corner of the assignment.

Algebra Puzzles

These are really fun.

Homework:

Lesson 2-3, Covering the Ideas.

Finish 2-2...That's All

Please remember to be careful about the meaning of the terms "expand" and "factor". If you want to review a little, try this website. Only look at sections A and B.