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PublisherSAGE Publications, Incorporated

ISBN-101412999596

ISBN-139781412999595

eBay Product ID (ePID)102891993

Product Key Features

Number of Pages392 Pages

Publication NameDo the Math! : on Growth, Greed, and Strategic Thinking

LanguageEnglish

SubjectProbability & Statistics / General, Sociology / General, Economics / General, Research, Statistics

Publication Year2012

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaMathematics, Social Science, Business & Economics

AuthorJohn K. White

FormatTrade Paperback / Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.8 in

Item Weight18 Oz

Item Length8.9 in

Item Width6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN2011-050634

Dewey Edition23

ReviewsThe key strengths of the text are the numerous examples and stories related to connecting political, economic, cultural, scientific, and mathematical concepts. Some stories are classic tales, some are current events, and others are hypothetical situations that all make the reader think and provide excellent visual matter., 'eoeThe author does a good job demystifying some pretty sophisticated mathematical concepts through the use of engaging and entertaining examples.'e�, eoeThe key strengths of the text are the numerous examples and stories related to connecting political, economic, cultural, scientific, and mathematical concepts. Some stories are classic tales, some are current events, and others are hypothetical situations that all make the reader think and provide excellent visual matter.e, eoeThis book is easy to understand and very readable. I very much enjoyed the authore(tm)s ability to use fables to explain mathematical concepts, he does manage to capture the readere(tm)s attention right from the beginning.e, 'eoeThe key strength is in the description of the problems that greed has created, and the impact that has on our physical and social environment. Equipping students with the knowledge to look at statistical reports on the economy, for example, and to be skeptical and know that there is more to the story in the numbers is very valuable, and could help make better consumers.'e�, Studentsâ€¦benefit from an understanding of the role of statistical analysis, probability and calculus in governmental systems, historical trending and political prediction. The text encourages readers to consider the larger implications of fundamental mathematical concepts., The key strength is in the description of the problems that greed has created, and the impact that has on our physical and social environment. Equipping students with the knowledge to look at statistical reports on the economy, for example, and to be skeptical and know that there is more to the story in the numbers is very valuable, and could help make better consumers., eoeThe author does a good job demystifying some pretty sophisticated mathematical concepts through the use of engaging and entertaining examples.e, I personally love the unabashed connection to morality, what you should do versus what you can do, which rarely shows up in books today., I personally love the unabashed connection to morality, what you should do versus what you can do, which rarely shows up in textbooks today., 'eoeI personally love the unabashed connection to morality, what you should do versus what you can do, which rarely shows up in books today.'e�, 'eoeThe key strengths of the text are the numerous examples and stories related to connecting political, economic, cultural, scientific, and mathematical concepts. Some stories are classic tales, some are current events, and others are hypothetical situations that all make the reader think and provide excellent visual matter.'e�, Students...benefit from an understanding of the role of statistical analysis, probability and calculus in governmental systems, historical trending and political prediction. The text encourages readers to consider the larger implications of fundamental mathematical concepts., 'eoeThis book is easy to understand and very readable. I very much enjoyed the author'e(tm)s ability to use fables to explain mathematical concepts, he does manage to capture the reader'e(tm)s attention right from the beginning.'e�, eoeI personally love the unabashed connection to morality, what you should do versus what you can do, which rarely shows up in books today.e, eoeThe key strength is in the description of the problems that greed has created, and the impact that has on our physical and social environment. Equipping students with the knowledge to look at statistical reports on the economy, for example, and to be skeptical and know that there is more to the story in the numbers is very valuable, and could help make better consumers.e, "This book is easy to understand and very readable. I very much enjoyed the author's ability to use fables to explain mathematical concepts, he does manage to capture the reader's attention right from the beginning." -- Guillermo Wated "I personally love the unabashed connection to morality, what you should do versus what you can do, which rarely shows up in books today." -- Stephen N. Kitzis "The key strength is in the description of the problems that greed has created, and the impact that has on our physical and social environment. Equipping students with the knowledge to look at statistical reports on the economy, for example, and to be skeptical and know that there is more to the story in the numbers is very valuable, and could help make better consumers." -- Nancy Sonleitner "The key strengths of the text are the numerous examples and stories related to connecting political, economic, cultural, scientific, and mathematical concepts. Some stories are classic tales, some are current events, and others are hypothetical situations that all make the reader think and provide excellent visual matter." -- Terry F. Pettijohn II "The author does a good job demystifying some pretty sophisticated mathematical concepts through the use of engaging and entertaining examples." -- John Bohte "Students...benefit from an understanding of the role of statistical analysis, probability and calculus in governmental systems, historical trending and political prediction. The text encourages readers to consider the larger implications of fundamental mathematical concepts." -- Steve B. Lem, 'eoeStudents'e¦benefit from an understanding of the role of statistical analysis, probability and calculus in governmental systems, historical trending and political prediction. The text encourages readers to consider the larger implications of fundamental mathematical concepts.'e�, The author does a good job demystifying some pretty sophisticated mathematical concepts through the use of engaging and entertaining examples., eoeStudentsebenefit from an understanding of the role of statistical analysis, probability and calculus in governmental systems, historical trending and political prediction. The text encourages readers to consider the larger implications of fundamental mathematical concepts.e, This book is easy to understand and very readable. I very much enjoyed the author's ability to use fables to explain mathematical concepts, he does manage to capture the reader's attention right from the beginning.

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal330.01/51

Table Of ContentChapter 1. The doubling game: From Thomas Malthus to Bernie MadoffChapter 2. She told two friends and they told two friends and they told two friends and...Chapter 3. The mathematics of change: A new world modelChapter 4. Fairness and uncertainty: Who watches the watchers?Chapter 5. Statistics made simple: The science of weightingChapter 6. A case for correlation: Sampling and inference from Shakespeare to death row to sports competitivenessChapter 7. Counting and computers: From Boole to Google and backChapter 8. Who to believe? Numbers and the art of deceptionChapter 9. Two kinds of people: Those who divide and those who dontChapter 10. How to get along: Be nice, clear your iceChapter 11. Cooperation: The art and science of agreementChapter 12. The roots of economic disaster: Making money from money

SynopsisHow do pyramid scams work? Are reality television shows fair? Why are sports so uncompetitive? Who really broke the bank in 2009?Our world has become more complicated, and the notion of growth at any cost has led to constant economic uncertainty, a permanently stressed-out workforce, and everyday stories of government and corporate abuse. Author John K. White argues that a better knowledge of basic systems is needed to understand the world we live in, from pyramid scams to government bailouts, from sports leagues to stock markets, from the everyday to the seemingly complex.Do the Math!is a fresh look at the numbers of daily living, providing a thought-provoking guide to better understanding the world around us and enlightening consumers about misleading practice. Numerous creative examples and illustrative figures help to explain the realities of our ever-confusing mathematical world, and modern economic and contemporary social issues link mathematical concepts to real-world examples.Do The Math...Understand "The Normal Curve" and "Debt and Demographics" in 100 seconds! Do the Math! was featured in The Best Writing on Mathematics 2019, by Mircea Pitici, a book about the best mathematics writing since 2010., How do pyramid scams work? Are reality television shows fair? Why are sports so uncompetitive? Who really broke the bank in 2009? Our world has become more complicated, and the notion of growth at any cost has led to constant economic uncertainty, a permanently stressed-out workforce, and everyday stories of government and corporate abuse. Author John K. White argues that a better knowledge of basic systems is needed to understand the world we live in, from pyramid scams to government bailouts, from sports leagues to stock markets, from the everyday to the seemingly complex. Do the Math! is a fresh look at the numbers of daily living, providing a thought-provoking guide to better understanding the world around us and enlightening consumers about misleading practice. Numerous creative examples and illustrative figures help to explain the realities of our ever-confusing mathematical world, and modern economic and contemporary social issues link mathematical concepts to real-world examples. Do The Math...Understand "The Normal Curve" and "Debt and Demographics" in 100 seconds! Do the Math! was featured in The Best Writing on Mathematics 2019, by Mircea Pitici, a book about the best mathematics writing since 2010., Our world has become more complicated, and the notion of growth at any cost has led to constant economic uncertainty, a permanently stressed-out workforce, and everyday stories of government and corporate corruption. John K. White argues that a better knowledge of basic systems is needed to understand the world we live in, and one place to start is with counting and mathematics. Without an understanding of mathematics, we make poor personal financial choices, and we can't make the important decisions about government bailouts, oil supplies, or global warming. Do the Math! uses creative examples-borrowing liberally from the anecdotal and the academic, from literature and the newspaper, and from the stock market and the casino-to provide a thought-provoking guide to better understanding the world around us., A fresh look at the numbers of daily living, particularly in light of current economic troubles, where modern economic practices, mathematical concepts, and everyday moral dilemmas are discussed.

LC Classification NumberHB72.W477 2013