Using and Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach 5th Edition by Jeffrey O. Bennett and William L. Briggs will increase readers’ mathematical literacy so that they better understand the mathematics used in their daily lives, and might use math successfully to make higher choices every day.
Contents are organized with that in mind, with engaging coverage in sections like Taking Control of Your Finances, Dividing the Political Pie, and a full chapter about Mathematics and the Arts. This text offers new hands-on Activities for use with students in class, new ways for students to check their understanding through Quick Quizzes, and a new question type in MyMathLab that applies math to recent events in the news.
In addition, the authors increase their coverage of consumer math, and provide a stronger emphasis on technology through new Using Technology features and exercises. The new Insider's Guide provides instructors with tips and ideas for effective use of the text in teaching the course. The real-world focus turns students’ attention to the math they will need for their daily lives, and keeps them engaged during the course.
The table of contents is organized by real-world context, not by mathematical content. Interesting, applicable coverage appears throughout, like Unit 4A: Taking Control of Your Finances, Chapter 11: Mathematics and the Arts, and Unit 12D: Dividing the Political Pie. The modular organization makes the text flexible, allowing instructors to teach the topics they want to teach. Chapters are divided into self-contained units that can be rearranged if desired.
A hands-on Activity begins each chapter so that students are engaged from page one. Activities ask students to step through practical applications of the math, for example, using dice to simulate the chances of spreading disease in a population. Using Technology boxes demonstrate how to use a graphing calculator, Excel®, or other software when applying math concepts. For example, students use their calculators to build a savings plan and see its effect over time.
Practical Matters focus on common-sense applications and daily occurrences when math is applied, such as avoiding credit card trouble and spotting a bad cell phone deal. Notes in the margin–By the Way, Historical Notes, and Take Note–appear beside key concepts to show their relevance to aspects of daily life and additional mathematical detail.
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