Examines flawed usage of math in public affairs through actual cases of how mathematical data and conclusions can be distorted and misrepresented to influence public opinion. Highlights how slippery numbers and questionable mathematical conlusions emerge and what can be done to safeguard against them.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Inc
ISBN-13
9780824707903
eBay Product ID (ePID)
96169055
Product Key Features
Author
William J. Adams
Publication Name
Slippery Math in Public Affairs: Price Tag and Defense
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Mathematics
Publication Year
2002
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
240 Pages
Dimensions
Item Weight
454g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
William J. Adams
Topic
Popular Philosophy
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
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