This edition features the exact same content as the traditional text in a convenient, three-hole- punched, loose-leaf version. Books A la Carte also offer a great value--this format costs significantly less than a new textbook. Using and Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach, Fifth Edition increases readers' mathematical literacy so that they better understand the mathematics used in their daily lives, and can use math effectively to make better decisions every day. Contents are organized with that in ...
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This edition features the exact same content as the traditional text in a convenient, three-hole- punched, loose-leaf version. Books A la Carte also offer a great value--this format costs significantly less than a new textbook. Using and Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach, Fifth Edition increases readers' mathematical literacy so that they better understand the mathematics used in their daily lives, and can use math effectively to make better decisions 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.
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This is a good textbook to learn math with. I didn't have the chance to really use it in my math class, but the information contained within is solid.
Deborah M
Feb 7, 2013
Poor Condition- not "good"
The book itself is clearly written and suitable for self study.
No quadratics, though............ :(
But the book itself was in much poorer condition than I had expected. It was nearly completely separated from its bindiong.
rosabas
Jun 17, 2011
Challenging enough for non-math persons
I am not a math major yet I was challenged by the content in this book. It did not create the impulse to turn tail and head for the hills. Its simple, straightforward language, clear examples, and helpful real-world context provide an excellent rationale as to why one should embrace the comprehensive world of mathematics (we cross paths with it every day). Even though the thought of polynomials, orders of magnitude, and CPI index numbers threaten to send my wearied mind spinning, this book has been an anchor for me so that I steadfastly face the windmills like the man of La Mancha. I highly recommend this title.
-Roberto Sabas
Dee2
Oct 2, 2008
Great learning tool
This book covers a lot of ground but does it very well. The content covers real-world situations: finances, currency conversion, power usage, statistics, and more. The writing is very clear, and there are little overview sections that help refresh old math skills and explain advanced calculator functions. There is also a related web site with additional information. I plan to hold onto this book until I squeeze all the info I can out of it!
Phalanx
Sep 11, 2008
Good textbook
This textbook is well written and has lots of helpful features to really assist in the learning process.
