Title
The mathematics of everyday life / by Alfred S. Posamentier and Christian Spreitzer.
ISBN
9781633883888 (electronic book)
1633883884 (electronic book)
9781633883871
Published
Amherst, New York : Prometheus Books, 2018.
Language
English
Description
1 online resource (424 pages) : illustrations
Call Number
QA93 .P6725 2018eb
Dewey Decimal Classification
510
Summary
"If you think of mathematics as a series of pointless classroom exercises without much relevance to real life, this book will change your mind. As the authors show, math is deeply embedded in almost every aspect of daily life--from managing your personal finances, making consumer purchases, and sharpening your computational skills, to learning to apply mathematical concepts that will give you a better grasp of both ordinary and extraordinary events and help you better appreciate the world we live in. With some basic geometry under your belt, you'll discover that there is an optimal point on a soccer field from which to shoot a goal. And you'll be more clever with the gears of a bike. If you like to play cards or go to the casino, knowing something about probability will give you an edge. You'll also have an enhanced understanding of the "whispering effect" inside the Capitol rotunda, why a car's headlights are so bright, and even why sewer covers are round."--Publisher description.
Bibliography, etc. Note
Includes bibliographical references (pages 393-399) and index.
Access Note
Access limited to authorized users.
Digital File Characteristics
text file
Source of Description
Description based on print version record.
Historical high points in the development of mathematical applications
Mathematics in our everyday lives : arithmetic shortcuts and thinking mathematically
Mathematical appearances and applications in everyday life problems
Probability, games and gambling
Sports and games : explained mathematically
The world and its nature
Mathematics appearances in art and architecture
The technology around us : from a mathematical perspective.
