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Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)

6th Edition

ISBN:9780134463216

Author:Robert F. Blitzer

Publisher:Robert F. Blitzer

ChapterP: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1MCCP: In Exercises 1-25, simplify the given expression or perform the indicated operation (and simplify,...

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Two students are discussing the need for mathematics to be a core course, that is, ALL university students must pass in order to graduate.

Student A: I don't use trigonometry, logarithm, or prime numbers in everyday life so I shouldn't need to learn them since they do not impact me.

Student B: Those more specialized maths do impact your everyday life even if you aren't the one doing the calculation therefore you should be familiar with it.

Defend or refute EITHER student with ONE EXAMPLE to bolster your argument.

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Some key points for use of mathematics in everyday daily life:

Application of trigonometry:

Used in measuring the heights of mountains, towers, or buildings
light angles and sun shading
Roof inclination and roof slopes
Making building perpendicular and parallel,
Installing ceramic tiles and stones

Applications of logarithm:

Electronic calculators have logarithms to make our calculations much easier
Logarithms are used in surveys and celestial navigation
Logarithms can be used to calculate the level of noise in decibels

Applications of Prime numbers:

Prime numbers are their role in producing error correcting codes (via finite fields) which are used in telecommunication to ensure messages can be sent and received with automatic correction if tampered with (within a number of mistakes) and their role in ciphers such as RSA.