Description
Whether we like it or not, mathematics governs our lives. Our daily influx of fresh news bombards us with statistical estimates, public opinion polls, risk assessments, inflation calculations, weather forecasts, and climate trends, along with various political decisions based on supposedly accurate numbers. Most of us usually don't even think to question these numbers or ask what they really mean, and whether they lead to more questions than answers. We quickly forget all the figures – if they even made it into our heads at all. In his simple guide for anyone experiencing paralysis from numbers, William Hartston clearly and humorously explains how to safely navigate the minefield of mathematics that surrounds us. ***** "A smart, witty, and enlightening book that advises how to think clearly amidst a flood of percentages and probabilities. Learn to recognize false patterns and suspicious statistics. Up to 100 percent of readers find it a completely fascinating book. Recommended by 92.53 percent of mathematicians." Ian Stewart, British mathematician and writer.
Information
Author: Hartston William
Publication date: October 18, 2023
Manufacturer: Argo, spol. s r.o.
Genres: Books, Technique, Specialized and technical literature
Type: Hardcover books
Pages: 252
ISBN/EAN: 9788025742006