The Mathematics of Everyday Life by Alfred S. Posamentier (PDF)

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Two experienced math educators help the average reader discover not only the everyday usefulness of math but the fun that comes from mastering the basics of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and more.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.After reading this entertaining and instructive book, you’ll come away with a whole new awareness of how elegantly mathematics explains everyday experiences and observations–from present day items to classical art and architecture.

User’s Reviews

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐The contents of the book are great! A quick preview shows real-world applications that act as a reminder or a new ‘trick’ when using mathematics at work, in conversation, stores, etc..The physical book seems to be in okay condition, can definitely see where the ‘selector’ dragged along book cover that ultimately ripped the dust jacket, cover is just marred.The dust jacket, however, will never be able to repel dust without a Scotch tape repair. It doesn’t seem worthwhile to return just for the dust jacket nor is it environmentally responsible, but wanted to let Amazon and others know that this occurred and that the ‘selector’ (most likely a piece of equipment) needs to be refined.

⭐I liked because there were a number of subjects and applications

⭐This book is about the application of mathematics to various things/phenomena that one sees/experiences in everyday life. The topics discussed are amazingly wide-ranging. A small sample includes: mental calculations, interest rates, paper sizes, some gambling, some sports, art, map coloring, encryption, mathematics in nature, optics, etc., etc. In each case the discussion is not exhaustive but in just enough to allow the reader to appreciate the use of a bit of mathematics in such a wide range of circumstances. Each chapter can be read independently of the others and, thus, in any order.I found this book to be quite enjoyable – some sections much more so than some of the others, which is normal, I believe, since people generally have different interests. The prose in clear, lively and very friendly. Regarding accessibility, readers should be familiar with high school mathematics, particularly geometry, trigonometry and algebra. No calculus is used at all. I did find a few errors, mainly editorial ones. For example, Table 5.1 (p. 210) is just a black rectangle without the information alluded to in the text just above it.Overall, I found the book to be a lot of fun. It could be enjoyed by just about anyone, particularly lovers of mathematics.

⭐If you don’t like math, you will most probably not like this book. Description of mathematic examples are not easy to understand. Not recommended for those who do not like math.

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