Instructional Video

Splitting Rent with Triangles

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No one wants to pay more for rent than they need to. Here is a video where future renters can learn how to fairly split rent with roommates based on room preferences. An explanation of the Sperner's lemma using an simplex isn't as complicated as it sounds.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have the class brainstorm different applications of Sperner's lemma
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners should be familiar with three-dimensional space
  • Video includes an optional addendum for when one of the roommates hides his or her preference
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Colors help keep track of information
  • Includes some recent research on the topic
Cons
  • Teenagers may not find topic of splitting rent to be relevant