Mathematical Ideas

Mathematical Ideas is a textbook for non-STEM majors that ties math to students' present lives and future careers through timely, relevant applications, with a particular emphasis on math in the workplace. It offers broad coverage, clear organization, plenty of examples, and carefully planned exercise sets.

Features such as "When Will I Ever Use This?" in each chapter link topics to career and workplace situations. Problem-solving strategies are included to build students' skills, and "For Further Thought" prompts them to share their reasoning with classmates for deeper understanding. Graphing calculators are optional.

Among other changes, the 15th edition adds many updated applications, including approximating the average number of points per game and evaluating COVID-19 risks.