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How Not to Be Wrong: The Power of Mathematical Thinking by Jordan Ellenberg | Summary
Jordan Ellenberg’s book How Not to Be Wrong challenges the conventional view of mathematics – an amalgam of equations and theorems that leaves students wondering if and when they will ever use it in their adult lives. The book guides the reader to the conclusion that math and the real world are not mutually exclusive; rather, a process of logical analysis and calculation can be used to find patterns in the seemingly chaotic nature of our universe and make sense of them. Ellenberg posits that mathematical understanding offers broader practical application outside of the classroom by systematically elaborating on the possibilities and implications of applying different aspects of mathematics to actual real-life scenarios.
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How Not to Be Wrong
From Jordan Ellenberg
The Power of Mathematical Thinking
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