MATH JAM

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INTRODUCTION

So you wanna go places? go partyin'? rock the house? Well, did you ever wonder what it's like to plan a trip, a party, a concert or a sports event? Besides finding the place and the people, there is also a matter that is close and dear to us...MONEY! We never want to lose DOUGH on the deal. In fact, if we were in a business, we would want to make some CASH. Poor planning and uninformed information can lead to a canceled event or even worst, a loss of LEGAL TENDER. That's right, when people say "Love makes the world go round," they are really talking about the love of MOOLAH. This webquest will help you gain a more realistic perspective on the financial aspects of organizing an activity or an event that involves GREENBACKS. See how you'll fare.

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THE TASK

It is the task of you and your partner to organize an activity or an event and explore all the costs that are associated with it. After assessing the capacity of the site of the event or activity, you will plan the event or activity on two dates in which the operating costs are different. Furthermore, there will be two tiers of ticket prices for each date. Then you will use systems of linear inequalities to decide what is to be charged.

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PROCESS

You will work with an assigned partner for three class periods to complete this project. Some outside class work may be required. At the completion, you and your partner will give a fifteen-minute presentation on your project that should include diagrams, charts and/or models.

The following is a list of suggestions that will help you to complete the project.

1. Decide what type of event or activity you plan to organize. Choose two dates and a site for your idea. Make a poster to publicize the event/activity. Be sure to include the name of the event/activity, the location, the dates and the procedure for buying tickets. Tickets prices will be added later..

2. Research the layout and capacity of the site. Determine how you will define the two tiers of ticket pricing, i.e., by age, by seating location, by time of ticket purchase, etc. and state the ticket prices.

3. Research the expenses associated with the implementation of the event/activity. Since you will have different expenses for different dates, identify those expenses that differ. To calculate the expenses, you may need to visit/call the site and speak with someone. Otherwise, see the teacher for assistance.

4. Using the collected data, write two inequalities with two variables that would express the relationship between the various tickets sold and the cost of implementing the event/activity if you do not wish to incur a loss.

5. Solve the system of inequalities algebraically. Write a short explanation and interpretation of your solution.

6. Draw graphs of your project on a coordinate plane for your presentation. Be sure make the drawing large enough for an audience. The use of colors and careful labeling will enhance your presentation.

7. Consider the following questions:

a. If you are allowed a certain amount of loss, when will you consider canceling the event/activity?

b. If you are interested in breaking even (or making a certain profit), what should you examine on your graph??

c. How can you save on expenses without jeopardizing the safety and enjoyment of your participants??

d. Besides expenses, what other factors must be considered in the planning of an event/activity?

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RESOURCES

The following is a list of possible resources that you can use to complete your project. You should use other resources in addition to those below.

1.Text

2.Websites

a.www.algebra.com/algebra/homework/coordinate/#linear_system

b..www.purplemath.com/modules/modules.htm

3.Additional Resources

a.Y.M.C.A./Y.W.C.A.

b.Catering Halls

c.Colleges/High Schools

d.Community Center

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EVALUATION

Your final project grade will be based on the following rubric:

RUBRICS TABLE FOR EVALUATING THE MATH PROJECT

ACTIVITY

3 POINTS

2 POINTS

1 POINT

SCORE

TECHNOLOGY

Uses internet time exceptionally well, makes extensive log notes about websites that were usefful and finds numerous new resources.

Uses internet time well, makes adequate log notes about websites that were useful and finds a few new resources.

Uses internet time on task and makes a start at logging notes.

COMPLETION OF INDIVIDUAL TASK

Takes responsibility for entire project, shares progress with others, helps others make progress, produces exemplary work and submits work in a timely manner.

Takes some responsibilty for entire project, shares progress with others, produces satisfactory work and submits work in a timely manner.

Takes limited responsibilty for entire project, works with others to make progress, produces good quality work with minor faults and submits work in a timely manner.

MATHEMATICAL UNDERSTANDING

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the mathematical concepts and/or procedures embodied in the task.

Demonstrates adequate understanding of the mathematical concepts and/or procedures embodied in the task.

Demonstrates limited understanding of the mathematical concepts and/or procedures embodied in the task.

TEAMWORK

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�Provides vital leadership to the team.

Helps to organize and facilitate the team.

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Contributes somewhat to group effort.

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TOTAL

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CONCLUSION

The project that you have just completed provided you with an experience of the complexities with the planning of a party. In addition, you gain an understanding of all the mathematics that is involved with the planning of even the simplest of events or activities. It is hoped that this project has introduced to you an experience that you will use in the future such a school trip, a senior prom or your own wedding.

More importantly, it is hoped that this project gave you a chance to apply the mathematics that you have learned in class to a very practical situation. In particular, the mathematics involved are system of linear equations and graphing.

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