MTH 107 Sec 5: Tues/Thurs 8-9:15 am Spring 2006 MTH 107 Introduction to Finite Mathematics Instructor: Francine Clark, 849-8900, ext 161, email: [email protected] Office Hours: By appointment Text: D. Datta, Finite Math for Liberal Arts , Second EditionCalculator: Required Cell Phones: Must be turned off during class Prerequisite: Basic arithmetic Topics include statistics, set theory, counting techniques, and probability. The primary goal is to develop an appreciation for mathematics in everyday events. Wherever possible, examples will be given from daily life, current events, etc. Students will be directed to various websites as reference. Doing well in this course requires some effort on your part: Come to class, read the book, review your notes, do the homework problems, and ask questions. The exams will be based on homework problems. Don’t be concerned if you don’t understand everything. We will devote some class time to addressing any problems you might have and you can feel free to call me, email me, or arrange for time outside of class. There should be no excuse for not clearing up any problems you might have. This class is intended to be enjoyable, not tedious. Grading and Attendance: • Three one hour exams: 100 points each • One mandatory computer assignment: 100 points • Attendance: 100 points (see explanation, below) Attendance is a critical part of your grade. A documented absence is one with prior notification or due to a weather emergency. After the fact, a medical or legal document, mechanic’s bill, or evidence of a personal or family emergency will suffice. If you know that you will be absent for a legitimate reason, email me about it in advance. You are allowed 3 undocumented absences without penalty. The fourth and additional undocumented absences will result in a loss of 25 points per absence from your 100-point attendance credit, i.e., you may lose up to 20% of your grade through nonattendance. Homework problems will be assigned on a regular basis and students are encouraged to work together on these. Working together on the computer assignment is prohibited. NOTE: Students who require accommodations and who havedocumentation from Disability Services (874-2098) should make arrangements with me as soon as possible.MTH 107 Spring 2006 Homework Assignments Text: Finite Math for Liberal Arts, Second Edition Author: Dilip Datta Section Page Problems 1.1 5 3, 4, 6 1.2 9 1, 3, 4, 5 1.3 14 1, 2, 4, 8 1.5 22 3, 4, 6, 7 1.6 26 1, 3, 6 2.1 38 2, 6 2.2 44 1, 2, 4 2.3 48 2, 3, 7, 8 2.4 56 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 3.1 73 2, 3, 7 3.2 78 3, 5, 6 3.3 81 1, 4, 5, 6, 9 3.4 85 1, 2, 3, 7 3.5 87 1, 3, 4 5.1 115 2, 5, 6 5.2 118 1-4, 6, 10 5.3 122 1, 2, 6, 8, 11 5.4 127 1, 2, 4, 6 The following will be covered if time permits: 6.1 150 1, 2, 4 4.2 101 2-5, 7 4.3 105 1, 5-7 4.4 109
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