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Dec. 16 Math Mystery Year Puzzle: Birthday of Ludwig van Beethoven

The math clues in this puzzle involve applying fractions with a time signature, ratios, decimals, critical thinking, and evaluating expressions with an exponent in a real-world context. As students solve clues, they find the Mystery Year of Ludwig van Beethoven's birthday, December 16. This engaging puzzle is great for middle school or high school students to use any time.

Your PDF download includes:

1-page printable student puzzle
2-page digital version with horizontal layout and larger print
3 pages of Teacher Notes including step-by-step solutions, historical notes, and more
1-page How to Use History-Mystery Puzzles