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    1. Teaching Maths In 1970

    A logger sells a lorry load of timber for £1000.
    His cost of production is 4/5 of the selling price.
    What is his profit?



    2. Teaching Maths In 1980

    A logger sells a lorry load of timber for £1000.
    His cost of production is 4/5 of the selling price, or £800.
    What is his profit?



    3. Teaching Maths In 1990

    A logger sells a lorry load of timber for £1000.
    His cost of production is £800.
    Did he make a profit?



    4. Teaching Maths In 2000

    A logger sells a lorry load of timber for £1000.
    His cost of production is £800 and his profit is £200.
    Your assignment: Underline the number 200.



    5. Teaching Maths In 2008

    A logger cut s down a beautiful forest because he is totally 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 £200.

    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. If you are upset about the plight of the animals in question
    counselling will be available.)
    I wish I was a glow worm
    Cos a glow worm's never glum
    It's hard to be unhappy
    When the sun shines out your bum

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    Q from most students: what are birds and squirrels?
    the procrastinating wine maker in the Niagara Region of Ontario Canada
    "why do today what you can put off till next week"

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