Sunday, November 4, 2007

Math Challenge November 5


Susan B. Anthony attempted to vote in the 1872 Presidential election. The winner was President Grant who received 3,597,132 of the popular votes. His opponent, Horace Greeley had 2,834,079 votes. Only about 71% of eligible voters cast their vote in the election. How many people were eligible to vote in 1872?

Send answers to kellys3ps@sbcglobal.net

Good Luck - this challenge is worth 10 points!

Kelly

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