Maths teaching

[TheFaQQer]

For the full joke, including the last question about teaching in 2018, check the jokes thread in LR.

[MrRobin]

Haha very good. I like.

[moorfield]

1. Teaching Maths In 1970

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 Maths In 1980

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 Maths In 1990

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



4. Teaching Maths In 2000

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 Maths In 2008

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. )