A fun little puzzle from youcubed.

What is the fewest number of squares that you can draw within an 11x13 rectangle.  I found fewer than 8...

The first Problems of the Week!  Submissions are due by the morning of Friday, September 16th.  Make sure to scan your work and put it in your Mathematics/POW folder with a name of LASTNAMEWeek1.  See me with questions.  You may work with a partner but make sure you note that on your submission and you both must submit a copy for credit.

Algebra - Week 1
Geometry - Week 1

As you finish up your summer vacation, take some time to read the two articles below.  The first is a bit scary (or maybe disturbing is the right word).  The second discusses a major motion picture released in April called, The Man Who Knew Infinity.  I have not seen the film yet but the article reminded me of the interesting biography of this math prodigy.  The link is from a blogger who writes a review of the film but also makes many astute conclusions about what makes mathematics important.

Why No One Wanted A&W's Third-Pound Burger

The Man Who Knew Infinity (also read this link if you want additional details).