Highlighting how slippery numbers and questionable mathematical conclusions emerge and what can be done to safeguard against them, this book 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. The author analyzes the cost of "slippery math" in terms of squandered resources and identifies common misperceptions about the role of math in public affairs. He discusses how math education can be reformed to sharpen public awareness of "slippery math," the development of math models and their use and misuse, and proper and improper polling methods.
- ISBN10 0824743814
- ISBN13 9780824743819
- Publish Date 30 June 2014
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc
- Imprint Marcel Dekker Inc
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 240
- Language English