The Math Behind...: Discover the Mathematics of Everyday Events Contributor(s): Beveridge, Colin (Author) |
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ISBN: 1770859985 ISBN-13: 9781770859982 Publisher: Firefly Books
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Paperback Published: October 2017 * Out of Print * |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Probability & Statistics - General - Mathematics | Applied |
Dewey: 510 |
LCCN: 2017302920 |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 7.6" W x 9.2" L (1.20 lbs) 192 pages |
Features: Illustrated, Index, Price on Product |
Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 12/11/2017 Choice 06/01/2018 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: An entertaining illustrated reference to the role of mathematics in everyday life. The Math Behind... is a fascinating compilation of everyday events analyzed for their probability of occurring and how those odds are determined using mathematical equations and science. The book examines everything from how predictive text works to why buses come in threes and the likelihood that toast will land butter side down. Accessible and clear explanations, without dumbing down the science, and photographs and diagrams illustrate concepts and aid understanding. There are six chapters. Here are some of the questions covered:
The Math Behind... is an entertaining, intelligent and different look at the world around us. Readers interested in probability and mathematics (and readers interested in just about anything else) will enjoy learning why their toast landed butter side down and whether they should spend another $5.00 on a lottery ticket. |
Contributor Bio(s): Beveridge, Colin: - Colin Beveridge |
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