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Bell Ringers: Algebra

A collection of resources to be used as bell ringer exercises to promote reading across the curriculum.

Potpourri

Test Yourself

Test Yourself - Math

Derivations

Understanding uncertainty: Microlives
risk calculation - median - derivatives - ratios - life expectancy - kilograms - meters
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Acute risks, such as riding a motorbike or going skydiving, may result in an accident — a natural unit for comparing such risks is the micromort, which is a 1-in-a-million chance of sudden death, for some defined activity.

Boolean Algebra

1 and 1 is 1, 1 and 0 is 0
George Boole - and, or, not - Boolean Algebra - binary approach - digital circuit design
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BOOLEAN ALGEBRA, the basis of all modern computer calculation, is the legacy of a 19th century mathematician/philosopher whose work was virtually unknown outside of academic circles.