Bring Math into Your Class with the BBHOF
February 6
In a 19-year career with the Chicago Cubs, Ernie Banks ("Mr. Cub") had arguably the best year of his career in 1958 - though a strong case can be made for 1959.
In 617 at-bats - Banks hit 23 doubles, 11 triples and 47 home runs. His slugging percentage was a career-high .6142. How many singles did he need to get that SLG?
In 617 at-bats - Banks hit 23 doubles, 11 triples and 47 home runs. His slugging percentage was a career-high .6142. How many singles did he need to get that SLG?
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Permalink Reply by James Yasko on
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A: 112
Show Your Work: I know, I know. Critical thinking on a Friday! So it's not as hard as you're probably thinking. We know that, in order to find slugging percentage, it's total bases divided by at-bats. If you multiply 617 (at-bats) by .6142, you get 378.96 - and we round up to 379. We also know 23 doubles, 11 triples and 47 homers add up to 267 total bases. Alright, subtract 267 from 379, and voila: 112 singles. Want to check your math? Divide 379 total bases by 617 at-bats.
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Great Idea!
I use to sell Medical insurance but got into teaching a couple of years ago because Ithought I could "do better" than the teachers my kids had. They were boring an unimaginative. This idea is great and an excellent example of the kinds of things I try to do in the classroom. Thank you for sharing!
Posted by Pat Jewett on September 18, 2009 at 11:42pm
So...what are we doing, exactly?
The Baseball Hall of Fame is a non-profit, educational institution. This is a way we can connect with schools in a free, easy, open way to reinforce math concepts. We do offer an education program entitled "Batter Up" either on-site or through videoconferencing. Click the link to see the online thematic unit.
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