Do you think Math is important?

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Rig_Stroll · Accepted Answer

I walk by the rig, it's gleam in my eyes
The roar of the pumps, it fills me with pride
A world built on oil that's what I believe in
You ask if math's key? Well, let’s take a ride

The graphs and the charts show the flow of our fate
Numbers tell us where we stand

Oil is the lifeblood
Are you gonna ignore it?
We are counting the cost of our choices each day
Math gonna helps us find truth
In this oil-based world we’ve made
Where numbers and dreams intertwine in the fray

The sea sparkles bright, as I breathe in the air
The waves crash and roar, but my heart's still at war with
The price that we pay, for this life that we've made
The math of it all, is what keeps me awake

C++ and Java show devotion to pythagoras
@Douglas1179 tells us where we stand

Oil is the lifeblood
Are you gonna ignore it?
We are counting the cost of our choices each day
Math gonna helps us find truth
In this oil-based world we’ve made
Where numbers and dreams intertwine in the fray

RichA322 · Accepted Answer

Sure is. You need to be able to do (simple) mathematical calculations in your head because otherwise people can (and will) try to steal from you. And you can also see mistakes in calculations much more easily if have a basic understanding of mathematical calculations.

Example: You are a pilot. The airplane has 10 tons of fuel on board, you need 30 tons. You refuel 10 tons. If you know that basics, you will immediately recognize that is too less fuel. If you blindly trust everything that you calculated with a calculator or that someone else has calculated for you, you will sooner or later run into problems. Just a wrong button and the whole calculation is wrong. And this can have disastrous effects.

And in you private life it's always important to know that you should get 20 $ change, when you pay with a 50$ bill for 30$ dollars groceries, Because the cash register of the cashier also works with the "garbage in garbage" out principle for your exchange. Unless you like to give away free money...

purplepoppy · Accepted Answer

No because I've a calculator on my phone. 99% of people will never need to use calculus or trigonometry in their lives. Even basic arithmetic is near pointless these days.

The reality is kids in the old days were made to do tonnes of maths because it's an easy way to keep them occupied.

Kelley1 · Accepted Answer

Of course, math is important. Half the engineering students take math courses. I know because the math courses I take are full of engineering students. Moreover, most of their other courses require a knowledge of math. Without math, we would still be living in the Stone Age.

ArrowheadSW · Answer

I think math is very important. I use it in my day to day life, as well as my career. How far you should go in math in school depends on how good you are at it and what kind of career you choose. But basic math and figuring out things with math, like your personal finance situation, etc., is important.

WindAtMyBack · Answer

It's important for some things and not others. The weird thing about math is that most people do no need more than basic math. The people who need more than that need a lot more. So there is not much in between.

So maybe pre-algebra, or advanced calculus. Anything in between is unneeded for most people. So almost nobody needs advanced algebra and trig, except people who go a lot further than that.

AManOnTheWeb · Answer

I remember learning trig and thinking it'd never be useful, and then I was trying to figure out some angles for a little carpentry project I was doing one weekend and I found myself doing trig. Later I was doing some self-taught programming and I needed to write code that does "hit detection" (i. e. is the cursor inside a shape on the screen or outside of it) and again, I found myself using trig.

Life is funny and takes you in many directions you never would have expected for yourself. Being prepared to think analytically and solve problems using logic will be valuable your entire life.

That said, I have never used imaginary numbers. Those are neurons I wish I could reassign for other purposes.

EzraIsShy76028 · Answer

While in general while I would LIKE to say it's not important because I'm absolutely TERRIBLE at it (I'm terrible at a lot of things honestly but math seems to be my number 1 worst thing), unfortunately it is pretty important to life in general. There's a reason why in school they kept pushing reading/writing and math as the two most important subjects, with science and especially history somewhat further behind.

That being said though the average person probably doesn't need much (if any) beyond the basics (add, subtract, multiply, divide) unless they're specifically seeking a profession that requires a lot of advanced math. And most of it these days can just be done on a calculator anyway, and often not even on a real physical calculator, just simply a calculator inside your phone/computer/laptop/tablet.

LifeHitMeandRan · Answer

Basic math, yes. You need math to know how much money you got and how much you need. HOWEVER, starting with Algebra, math become pointless and not needed unless you work in a STEM field. Even then, not ALL STEM fields need advanced math.

For example, as a medic in the military, I did not need to know A^2+B^2=C^2 to know how to place an IV or plug a bullet hole. Nurse do not need advanced math beyond the ability to know how many milligrams of a medicine to administer or to know when a situation is life or death.

If you are an engineer, then YES you do need advanced math. You better know geometry and physics/chemistry (technically sciences but both are math heavy). Chemistry matters because an engineer needs to know the chemicals that their project may get exposed to.

DrPepper12 · Answer

CONSUMER math is essential & the most important! Schools should focus here until the little shits understand on the DEEPEST levels! Checkbook, investing, leasing, loans, mortgages, budgeting, savings, banking. LIFE SKILLS!

BASIC math is necessary & helpful - construction, shopping, cooking, measuring, etc. Learn that shit or suffer your whole life DUMASSES!

MID LEVEL maths (Geometry, Algebra, Logic, Probability, Statistics, etc) is a HELLUVA good idea for MOST students but be flexible!

CONCEPTUAL math (Trigonometry, calculus, etc.) is a FUCKING WASTE OF TIME, $ & SANITY!! Stop it! 🛑

strateguy632 · Answer

Only until 2nd grade math is important the rest is just for equal opportunity but most math, most people forget due to NEVER USING most of it.

Who the bleep needs to divide a recipe in 3rds to know "a 3rd of 2/3 cup oil" etc. Lol

molonski2 · Answer

Its actually vital , and I wish I had worked a lot harder at it..

My daughter is incredibly skilled with pure/ applied math and beyond , and had I had those skills ( which I'm sure I have somewhere ) would make my business a lot easier , beyond basic stuff that I know..

McLlovin · Answer

Do you know math is being use by your phone and PC to calculate be able to show you the screen on your phone computer and tv and practically everything that uses a computer in some way. Because computers only understand 1 thing.. numbers. That is their language. Ones and zeros. Without that basic language which is literally math, we literally would go back to living like medieval ages.

Unit1 · Answer

The only time i needed math is calculating the volume i get from ordering a round pizza from pizzashop A compared to ordering a rectangle pizza from pizzashop B and that was only 1 month ago. I let chatgpt calculate it for me.

Anonymous · Answer

Of course. Yes, math is very important. It provides the foundation for much of the world around us, from technology and engineering to economics and natural sciences. Math teaches problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and precision, which are valuable in many aspects of life. Even beyond technical applications, it can help develop analytical thinking and help us make better decisions in everyday situations.

Nikki1989 · Answer

Life is full of problems that require logical and analytical thinking, and maths essential for some of that.

JesseP1nk · Answer

Math is very important. Math is teaching you how to think and makes you think to solve the problems. Answers like "i dont need math because i have a calculator..." Shows only how close minded you are and think entire life problems can be solved with a calculator

mobiusforniner · Answer

I’ve taken up to partial differential equations. This level of mathematics isn’t necessary for most day to day functions. Even in my technical career, the most applicable/useful form of mathematics is algebra and trigonometry.

snowboarder720 · Answer

As an engineer I can guarantee you that math is VERY VERY important. It’s one of the few non subjective classes in school whether you believe in it or not.

emeraldsaphire · Answer

I don't like math, but it's super important. Not the most important thing, but it's still pretty important

CindyRuns · Answer

If you're not good at math, odds are pretty high, you'll end up working for someone who is !!!

RingOfFire · Answer

I tried to think of any case whatsoever for the view that math is NOT "important" and came up with a blank  What is the case for that view? Without math we would be living in caves.

Flower7 · Answer

Anything beyond basic elementary math is not important outside of very specific careers.

Caroline91 · Answer

How else would I know how much money I don't have in my bank account? lol

exitseven · Answer

You need to know how to make change and should be able to check your bank statement at the very least.

AviatorTom · Answer

Math is very important. Look where  E = mc squared  has gotten us.

tfan1 · Answer

Definitely - watch this.

Anonymous · Answer

Math is important in developing important synapses in your brain. Whether or not you use them in your chosen profession, they are important in making you an intelligent and capable person.

TheStaleMarshmellow · Answer

This website and the internet wouldn't exist without programming and that takes a lot of math

Godihateyou · Answer

I've had a 20 year career in accounting amd finance and I can't even add. Math is for calculators and soon AI. Lol. What a joke

Crazzyyworld · Answer

Basic level is important higher level is for professional

Shy_Steve · Answer

Very important, Because it is the way the world works and is the language of the universe.

Kingofkings1992 · Answer

Basic math is definitely important. Calculus? You can more than likely get by just fine without knowing how to do that.

butterfly_nake87 · Answer

Basic of math is enough. Rest all are useless if you are not part of research and PhD.

Anonymous · Answer

Depends, for some things it's probably quite important.

lilBigPotato · Answer

Definitely, but I suck at it

Joshua_H_1010011001 · Answer

Only as much as say... Oxygen is...

MemeSupreme · Answer

yeah it's pretty important lol

NicholasRedone · Answer

Yes while I'm terrible

TheSpaceGnome · Answer

The universe runs on vibrations and math.

linka_pat307 · Answer

Yeah very important

Dongie · Answer

It holds the very fabric of space & time together.

Nifrayu · Answer

Of course it is.

PepperJackson · Answer

That ship has sailed.

PrettyCrumblBb · Answer

Yes it is

Orlah · Answer

Very important

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