MMW Prelims

Patterns

these are the sequences or designs that are orderly and that repeat

Symmetry

is when different sides of something are alike. these reflections may be mirror images with only two side

Fractals

are the never ending patterns that repeat indefinitely. We see this type of pattern in trees, rivers, mountains, shells, clouds, leaves, lightning, and more

Logarithmic spiral

this is a special type of spiral that gets smaller as it goes. we see this pattern in hurricanes, galaxies, and some seashells

Fibonacci patterns

each number is the sum of the two numbers before it

Tessellations

are patterns that are formed by repeated cubes or tiles

Technology

Modern technology depends on basic research to advance. GPS devices must know the speed of light to work, and this value is determined by math and experimentation using statistics.

Engineering

math is used to design and develop new components or products, maintain operating components, model real-life situations for testing and learning purposes, as well as build and maintain structures

Math

is a core component of every engineering field and is also widely used in research

Media

Mathematical concepts and themes can be found everywhere in the media. The range of ways that math is related to the media is quite broad, including the shape of a camera lens, proportion and scale for movie sets, and the convincing nature of numbers used in advertising.

Medicine and Health

Advanced medical devices rely on studies supported by statistics. Even consumer devices, such as smartphones and tablet computers, are sold only when surveys and other forms of customer feedback, which rely on math, predict that they are profitable.

Finance and Business

Business ownership requires more than skill in creating a product or talent at providing a service. Overseeing the finances of your company is key to survival and success. Understanding basic business math is necessary for profitable operations and accurate record keeping.