7th Grade Math

676 Problem-Solving Projects

EEvery 10 years, the U.S. Census counts the U.S. population. How does the

U.S. Census affect the number of members in the House of Representatives

from each state? You’re on a mission to find out! Don’t forget to bring your

math tool kit. This adventure will appeal to your “census.”

What You’ll Do

Research the history of the United States Census. Find the population

of the United States in the years 2000 and 2010. Also, fi nd the number

of members in the House of Representatives for each state. Examine

the relationship between population and the number of House of

Representatives members. Finally, create a presentation of your fi ndings.

Materials:

• Internet

Procedure

1. Use the Internet to research the United States Census. Write a
   paragraph explaining how the Census works and the process of
   finding populations.

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