Concrete Approach to Mathematical Modelling
Language: English
Published by John Wiley and Sons Ltd, 2007
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With an abundance of wit and common sense, Mesterton-Gibbons shows readers exactly how the modelling process works, using fascinating real-life examples from virtually every realm of human, machine, natural, and cosmic activity. Num Pages: 620 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PBWH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 160 x 34. Weight in Grams: 888. . 2007. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.
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- Title
- Concrete Approach to Mathematical Modelling
- Author
- Mike Mesterton-Gibbons
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication year
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0470171073
- ISBN 13
- 9780470171073
"The author succeeds in his goal of serving the needs of the undergraduate population who want to see mathematics in action, and the mathematics used is extensive and provoking."--SIAM Review
"Each chapter discusses a wealth of examples ranging from old standards...to novelty ... Each model is developed critically, analyzed critically, and assessed critically."--Mathematical Reviews
Mike Mesterton-Gibbons has done what no author before him could: he has written an in-depth, systematic guide to the art and science of mathematical modelling that's a great read from first page to last. With an abundance of both wit and common sense, he shows readers exactly how the modelling process works, using fascinating real-life examples from virtually every realm of human, machine, natural, and cosmic activity. You'll find models for determining how fast cars drive through a tunnel; how many workers industry should employ; the length of a supermarket checkout line; how birds should select worms; the best methods for avoiding an automobile accident; and when a barber should hire an assistant; just to name a few.
Offering more examples, more detailed explanations, and by far, more sheer enjoyment than any other book on the subject, A Concrete Approach to Mathematical Modelling is the ultimate how-to guide for students and professionals in the hard sciences, social sciences, engineering, computers, statistics, economics, politics, business management, and every other discipline in which mathematical modelling plays a role.
An Instructor's Manual presenting detailed solutions to all the problems in the book is available upon request from the Wiley editorial department.
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