MATH 103 Week 5 Discussion | Assignment Help | Devry University
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Week 5 Discussion
Week 5: Understanding Equations
Being successful in mathematics
requires understanding as opposed to simple memorization. For example, the
formula to find the perimeter of a rectangle is P = 2L + 2W
(where L is length and W is width). Memorizing the formula could
be helpful, but if we understand that the perimeter is the distance around the
rectangle, we are able to construct the formula and apply it to real-world
situations correctly.
Find another formula that you use in
your daily life, and explain the meaning behind it. Then, look at one of your
classmate’s formulas and see if you agree with your classmate’s interpretation
of its meaning.
For example, the formula to
calculate sales tax on a purchase is sales tax = 0.0825x. The
coefficient, 0.0825, is the current tax rate of 8.25%. The variable, x,
is the amount of your purchase.