Essentials of Mathematical Thinking
"Essentials of Mathematical Thinking addresses the growing need to better comprehend mathematics today. Increasingly, our world is driven by mathematics in all aspects of life. The book is an excellent introduction to the world of mathematics for students not majoring in mathematical studies. The author has written this book in an enticing, rich manner that will engage students and introduce new paradigms of thought. Careful readers will develop critical thinking skills which will help them com…
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- Full title :Essentials of Mathematical Thinking / Steven G. Krantz.
Summary
"Essentials of Mathematical Thinking addresses the growing need to better comprehend mathematics today. Increasingly, our world is driven by mathematics in all aspects of life. The book is an excellent introduction to the world of mathematics for students not majoring in mathematical studies. The author has written this book in an enticing, rich manner that will engage students and introduce new paradigms of thought. Careful readers will develop critical thinking skills which will help them compete in today's world. The book explains:What goes behind a Google search algorithm How to calculate the odds in a lotteryThe value of Big DataHow the nefarious Ponzi scheme operatesInstructors will treasure the book for its ability to make the field of mathematics more accessible and alluring with relevant topics and helpful graphics. The author also encourages readers to see the beauty of mathematics and how it relates to their lives in meaningful ways."--Provided by publisher.
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- Publication Date:2017.
- Edition:First edition
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):CRC Press
- Place of Publication:Boca Raton, FL
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2017.
The Physical Object
- Description:1 online resource : : text file, PDF
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:9781315116822, 1315116820, 9781138197718, 1138197718, 9781351642941, 1351642944, 9781351633611, 1351633619
- DOI:10.1201/9781315116822
- oclc:ocn997430000
- LC Classification:QA39.3
- Dewey Decimal:510
Table of Contents
Cover -- Half Title -- Title -- Copyrights -- Dedication -- Table of Contents -- Preface -- Chapter 1. First Thoughts -- 1.1 What Is Mathematical Thinking -- 1.2 How Does Mathematics Differ from Other Disciplines -- 1.3 A Sample Problem -- Chapter 2. Diverse Mathematical Thoughts -- 2.1 A Fraction of the Time
2.2 How to Swindle on the Stock Market 2.3 The Bible Code -- 2.4 Winning on a Game Show -- 2.5 Cutting the Cake -- 2.6 A Lesson in Map Coloring -- 2.6.1 Analysis -- 2.6.2 Modern Developments -- 2.6.3 Denouement -- 2.7 The Complexity of Songs -- 2.8 Bertrandâ#x80;#x99;s Paradox
Chapter 3. Strategy3.1 Itâ#x80;#x99;s All in the Balance -- 3.2 See and Say -- 3.3 The Ponzi Scheme -- 3.4 Ham Sandwich Theorems -- Chapter 4. Focus -- 4.1 The Erd.os Number -- 4.2 Time Out -- 4.3 Days of the Week -- Chapter 5. Science -- 5.1 A Belt for the Earth -- 5.2 Your Next Breath
5.3 A Hairy Question 5.4 The Motions of the Planets -- 5.5 How Big Is Big Data -- Chapter 6. Counting -- 6.1 Funny Numbers -- 6.2 The Pigeon Flew the Coop -- 6.3 Conditional Probability -- 6.4 Benfordâ#x80;#x99;s Law -- 6.5 Puzzling Birthdays -- Chapter 7. Games -- 7.1 How to Count
7.2 How to Beat the Lottery 7.3 The…
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