Math in the real world

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How deep sea divers use math

Looks at some of the many ways in which deep sea divers use math on a daily basis to determine how long they can stay in cold water, determine how much air is left in an oxygen tank, and more.

How baseball managers use math

Looks at some of the many ways in which baseball managers use math on a daily basis to calculate batting averages, figure out standings, decide which combination of players to put on the field, and other tasks.

How chefs use math

To plan the menu, buy the correct amounts of food, get each recipe just right, and even decide how much to charge for each dish, chefs use math every day. By getting the math right, chefs make their restaurants fun places to eat -- and create successful businesses.

How video game designers use math

Looks at some of the many ways in which video game designers use math on a daily basis to customize settings, characters, and actions for the games they create.

How race car drivers use math

Photographs, illustrations, and charts describe how race car drivers use math in order to determine how fast to drive, take turns, and refuel.

How fashion designers use math

2010
Looks at some of the many ways in which fashion designers use math to sketch ideas, figure out symmetry, make prototypes, measure, and perform other industry-related tasks.

How nurses use math

2010
Looks at some of the many ways in which nurses use math on a daily basis to determine how much medicine a patient needs, what a person's vital signs reveal about their health, and more.

How fighter pilots use math

2010
Photographs, illustrations, and charts describe how fighter pilots use math in order to complete their missions.

How crime fighters use math

2010
Photographs, illustrations, and charts describe how crime fighters use math in order to catch criminals.

How chefs use math

2010
Looks at some of the ways in which chefs use math on the job to buy food, plan a menu, follow recipes, charge for meals, and do other tasks.

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