Math 2.2

Instructions

1. Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.

2. In the 2.2 Discussion forum respond to each of the following:

a. Find a news article or report that quotes a percentage. Describe the use of the percentage (as a fraction, to describe change, or for comparison) and explain its context.

b. Find a second news article or report in which the use of a percentage is either suspicious or wrong. Explain why the percentage is suspicious or wrong and clarify or correct the statement.

c. Post the links to the articles you used for this assignment.

3. Your initial posting needs to thoroughly answer the discussion question, using critical thinking and thoughtful reasoning.