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* Syllabus subject matter at the start of each chapter* Readable text which allows students to work independently* Life-related applications* Historical notes* Careful development of topics from simple concepts to more advanced ideas* Clearly worked examples with step-by-step explanations* Numerous exercises, ranging from simple drill-and-practice to problems applying the mathematical ideas to life-related situations* Revision sections to maintain basic knowledge and procedures* Appropriate use of technology* Appendix providing detailed instructions for developing the spreadsheet activities* Investigations involve classroom activities, outdoor activities and research using the World Wide Web* Chapter summary* 'Words you need to know' section in each chapter* End of chapter tests* Cumulative review exercises* Glossary Student's CD Includes: * The complete textbook with links from the detailed contents list* Exercises linked to the answers* End of chapter test worksheets* Chapter review worksheets* Web page links* Spreadsheets to support investigations where appropriate* 'Words you need to know' linked to the glossaryCONTENTS:Chapter 1: Statistics and Probability 4--Data and ChanceChapter 2: Applied Geometry 5--Scale and DirectionChapter 3: Financial Mathematics 4--Investment 1Chapter 4: Applied Geometry 6--Maps and Compasses: NavigationChapter 5: Applied Geometry 7--Maps and Compasses: Land MeasurementChapter 6: Cumulative Review Exercises for Chapters 1-5Chapter 7: Financial Mathematics 5--Investment 2Chapter 8: Statistics and Probability 5--Understanding DataChapter 9: Elective 1--Operations Research: Linear ProgrammingChapter 10: Elective 2--Networks and QueuingChapter 11: Elective 3--Models of DataChapter 12: Cumulative Review Exercises for Chapters 7-11GlossaryAnswers