Embark on a captivating journey into the world of mathematics with Mathematical Excursions, Fourth Edition. Authored by Richard N. Aufmann, Joanne S. Lockwood, Richard D. Nation, and Daniel K. Clegg, this insightful text reveals mathematics not as an abstract discipline, but as a powerful system for understanding our surroundings. Discover the practical applications of mathematical concepts, from the pivotal role of prime numbers in secure Internet transactions and credit card security, to the impact of compound interest on student loans. Explore the profound implications of exponential functions, which shed light on critical events such as the radioactive waste crisis at Fukushima, Japan. Even the seemingly mundane flow of traffic through an intersection becomes a fascinating study when viewed through the lens of mathematical representation, such as the system of traffic lights. Mathematical Excursions invites you to expand your perception and comprehension of the world, offering a fresh perspective on the interconnectedness of mathematics and everyday life.
Book Details:
- Authors: Richard Aufmann, Joanne S. Lockwood, Richard D. Nation, Daniel K. Clegg
- Edition: 4th
- Publisher: Cengage Learning
- ISBN-10: 9781305965584
- ISBN-13: 978-1305965584
- Publication Date: January 1, 2017