When writing any assignments the use of graphs, data and math will validate your statements and make it appear more professional. Professionalism is of the essence if you want to move ahead and be taken seriously.
Can you see the importance of algebra? Your day can be made a lot easier with planning. In financial decisions this can save you a lot of finances or maybe get you the best price available. It all comes down to planning and using the knowledge and algebraic skills you have to benefit your own life. The key to opportunity These are the years of small beginnings until the day comes that you have to be able to do something as intricate as algebra.
Taking a detour on not Having the ability and knowledge to do algebra will determine whether you will take the short cut or the detour in the road of life. Prerequisite for advanced training Most employers expect their employees to be able to do the fundamentals of algebra.
Science When doing any form of science, whether just a project or a lifetime career choice, you will have to be able to do and understand how to use and apply algebra. Just two weeks ago, a bank loan officer wanted to sell us a refinance. Thank you! When I was in the 5th. And I said ; How does it work?
After that I just walked away from it, and never took it in school, because I thought that it was [ unnecessary ] nonsense! I lost out, on a lot! I could barely remember any of my math facts. So when my oldest son started algebra 1, I was at a loss to teach him. This was not a pleasant place to be as a homeschooling parent. So we put in place a tutor who was a high school math teacher and a friend.
At the time, she was not employed by any school as she was a stay-at-home mom. So we decided that I would get tutored so I could still help him at home. This worked very well and I realized that I was good in math and that I enjoyed math.
Our oldest son is now 2 years out of high school and our other children are advancing to more difficult math. I am currently in Algebra 2 and have hope to study calculus. Slope intercept is no longer a foreign language.
Get down with math and find a tutor if you need one. God Bless you, Pamelann. I am 13 years old and I was really wondering why I was taking algebra 2 this helped me realize why.
I teach 8th and 9th grade math. I will have all my students read and discuss this article. Teachers get this question everyday. I never persued my love for math after high school but I find myself very curious about why the subject is so important in our lives, especially beyond those basics we all learned in high school.
The above comments convinced me to learn more NOW. I am 21 and I thought I should learn algebra and calculus , and here it opened my mind more for mathematics. To solve a problem in algebra, you identify the problem, consider the variables, develop a plan to solve the problem, implement the plan, and assess your results. You use that same process to solve any problem in life. Algebra trains your brain to solve problems. Variables for determining break even. The other five are arbitrary at best.
Jonathan, All the reasons for learning algebra are possible reasons. Like any other skill whether it be learning to cook or learning to drive a car you can choose to use algebra every day for the rest of your life or you can choose to never use it again and get other people to do it for you.
Algebra provides the first real introduction to abstraction. Those six reasons seem quite nice and have value for many. Abstraction has value for anyone who does not do menial work and even for some who do. I was curious when I read the title however I still believe class time would be better spent teaching children to manage their own money. That is a maths skill they will use.
Algebra should be taught on the job if you need it as most do not. Although I can appreciate you enjoy it which is lovely. Yes indeed. Penn State has a class called The Mathematics of Money Math 34 It teaches students about investments, credit card debt, stock options, and basic business math.
Not for arts students. Or determine how much of something you can buy at a given price? Algebra is part of budgeting and finances. Math can easily be done through numeration no need to equate 12 eggs is 2. However Cheese is 5. Go to Store 1. Now it comes down to how much I value my time to shop around and the distance between the stores. In my own life, they are within walking distance so I shop around get eggs at Store 2, then walk and get cheese at Store 1.
I never need an algebraic equation to do this action. I just base it on the lowest cost for value no higher math needed. Algebra would help, however, now it comes down to intangibles your willingness to take risk and investors profile and time duration. In this case, either work. If you want more risk and more return that would be more aggressive in a shorter duration and Stock A is best.
Algebra would be needed if you want to know the maximum of the eggs you consume before expiration on average to reduce or mitigate any food waste based on your own consumption. Or draw risk curves and time duration you want an asset to appreciate and calculate future interest if there is compounding.
Example setting up a DRIP Dividend Reinvestment Plan on Stock B versus pure stock appreciation in stock A and or if you want to Dollar Cost Average Then formulas would be convenient to have to estimate the best return for the risk taken and time investment. In the end, Algebra is a tool, not always needed however it can be a useful tool in your own toolkit however a foundation in simple math can handle most everyday decisions involving Finance.
Number 2 is factual and therefor a reasonable explanation for why one should learn algebra; the other reasons are purely subjective. Yes, it is important to strengthen ones critical thinking skills, and may indeed be useful if one decides to pursue a science or math-based career, but otherwise the pursuit of conquering algebra is without long-lasting purpose.
I agree wholeheartedly, and I had to endure advanced algebra, calculus and statistics to get my bachelors, totally unnecessary. And my counselor said that if I had taking just two more semesters I could get a degree in mathematics, No, I declined the kind offer. And, yes the reasons are coming from a person who just likes algebra.
Its like hearing the reason to learn knife skills from a Master Chef…. In my opinion, there are many reasons why we must learn algebra. An important benefit of studying algebra in eighth grade is that if your child takes the PSAT as a high school sophomore, she will have taken geometry as a ninth grader.
The goal is for your child to master algebra and stay engaged in math, not to push through the curriculum quickly just to get it done. Researchers say that a powerful way to help your child build a strong foundation in math is by encouraging them to develop a positive mindset about math.
A strong mathematical mindset refers to how your child thinks about her ability to succeed in math class. Research has proven that having a positive attitude towards math contributes to higher math test scores and a better understanding of essential math skills. Whether your state is using the Common Core State Standards or has mathematics standards of its own, Larson says math standards across the country are rigorous and consistent. The guide outlines simple math knowledge expectations from preschool through 12th grade.
Homework can offer telling clues about the quality of mathematics instruction. Instead, homework should be rich with context and should demand analytical thinking.
Students should be appropriately challenged to use problem-solving skills. Garrett Sep 4, Sep 20, Hey, Garrett! Our Wonder Team doesn't play Fortnite.
Do you? Gregory Aug 3, Aug 7, Ava Jan 18, Thank you for this!! I am In the 5th grade and my dad just started teaching me algebra! I love it so much! I really enjoyed this and would love more wonders about algebra, And I also have a wonder, Why do we learn how to find square routes?
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Nov 30, Nolan Nov 21, I just would like to say some things about this post. I'm in 5th grade and learning algebra, and this post helped quite a bit. Or a worker at a shelter. Nov 21, Nolan Nov 22, Nov 22, Nov 16, Sorry you feel that way, bob. Thanks for sharing your opinion with us. Karter Nov 1, Nov 1, Oct 28, Thanks for stopping by Wonderopolis to leave us a quick hello, alexas!
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I just don't think its fair.
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