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12. Dividing a Cake or an Inheritance Fairly
November 1, 2023
Finish the course by learning how to divide goods fairly among different numbers of people. Find that cutting a cake into mutually acceptable pieces is a problem that generalizes to many situations in life. Then tackle another approach to apportioning assets (or liabilities) that uses a geometric technique.
11. Voter Math and Gerrymandering
November 1, 2023
See how two mathematical tools reveal when gerrymandering is very likely occurring. The Polsby-Popper score shows how close a given district is to the optimum compact shape
10. The First-Digit Law and Fraud Spotting
November 1, 2023
Discover how mathematics can solve crimes. First, study logarithms, which are the exponents used when numbers are written as a power of 10. Employ this concept to understand Benford
9. Making Great Estimates with Little Data
November 1, 2023
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8. Optimizing Your Diet through Math
November 1, 2023
Professor Omar tells how his harried life in graduate school led to an unwelcome weight gain. Determined to lose 50 pounds, he used mathematics to come up with a reasonable dieting plan. Learn how to estimate basal metabolic rate and caloric intake, develop an exercise regime, and choose among carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
7. Getting Wise about Health and Life Insurance
November 1, 2023
One of the best uses of math in everyday life is gauging how much insurance you need, especially in the confusing realms of life and health coverage. First, analyze two types of life insurance and the advantages and drawbacks of each. Then dive into health insurance, comparing a generic Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with a generic Preferred Provider Organization (PPO).
6. The Math of Environmental Friendliness
November 1, 2023
Apply math to the crisis of global warming. First, define carbon footprint. Then test your instincts about the relative impact of recycling, electricity consumption, automobile use, and commercial air travel. Discover that simple measures like carpooling are among the most effective steps you can take to reduce your carbon emissions.
5. Understanding Your Health Data
November 1, 2023
Investigate numbers you are likely to encounter in the doctor
4. The Real Cost of Commuting
November 1, 2023
Over our working lives, many of us spend a total of a year or more driving to and from the office. Is it worth it? Professor Omar uses simple calculations to assess the true costs of commuting, taking into consideration the relative price of real estate in the city and suburbs, the expense of cars and upkeep, and not least the psychological toll of sitting in a traffic jam day after day.
3. How to Get Out of Credit Card Debt
November 1, 2023
The miracle of compound interest that enriches savers can make paupers of those with credit card debt. Learn why this form of borrowing is so risky and potentially ruinous. Explore strategies for paying off credit card debt and consider whether it makes sense to keep credit cards for perks. Then look into college loans, weighing costs versus benefits, and also examining alternatives to loans.
2. How Mortgages Really Work
November 1, 2023
Go house hunting, analyzing your payments at different mortgage interest rates and (15-year versus 30-year). Learn the formulas behind online mortgage calculators to get deeper insight into the snowballing effect of interest expenses across time. Also consider whether it makes more sense to rent than to buy, weighing the hidden costs of home ownership over the benefits.
1. The Magic of Compound Interest
November 1, 2023
Explore the marvel Albert Einstein called
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Where to Watch The Mathematics of Everyday Life
The Mathematics of Everyday Life is available for streaming on the The Great Courses website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Mathematics of Everyday Life on demand at Amazon Prime and Amazon.
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Premiere DateNovember 1, 2023
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