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When Will I Use Math?
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Parties, You, & Math
What does math have to do with party planning? More than you think. You need to figure out the number of guests, the size of the location for the number of guests you’re inviting, the amount of decorations to buy, how much food you need, number of party favors, etc.
Take this quiz to see if you have the math skills to plan a party.
The most common question students ask math teachers at every level is “When will I use math?” WeUseMath.org is a non-profit website that helps to answer this question. This website describes the importance of mathematics and many rewarding career opportunities available to students who study mathematics.
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