Module 1 - Math in The Modern World
Module 1 - Math in The Modern World
Module 1 - Math in The Modern World
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MODULE 1
Mathematics in the modern World
Content:
1. Nature of Mathematics
1.1. Characteristics and Nature of
Mathematics
1.2. Patterns and Numbers in Nature and the
World
1.3. The Fibonacci Sequence
1.4. Importance of Mathematics in the World
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PRE- ASSESSMENT
A. If you think the statement is correct, write AGREE. Otherwise, write
DISAGREE.
1. Mathematics is exhibited only through numbers.
2. Mathematics can progress even without numbers.
3. Every phenomenon, whether scientific or social, can be explained by
mathematics.
4. Patterns that occur in nature are only for arts appreciation and not for
mathematical explorations.
5. Natural occurrences are random events and cannot be modeled by
certain designs.
6. Mathematical models are never accurate.
7. Theorems in mathematics are absolute truths which can stand usability
over time.
8. Mathematics is important in arts and social sciences as it is in the
physical sciences.
9. Patterns allow mathematicians and scientists to control the natural
world.
10. There is no aspect of human and social affair that does not involve
mathematical reasoning.
B. Read and understand each statement. Write the letter that corresponds to the
correct answer on the space provided before the item number.
1. Which characteristic of mathematics tells that to learn it, one needs to
taking away any dependence on real-world objects.
a. structure b. abstractness c. classification d. applicability
2. Taj Majal, Mayon Volcano, and the Vitruvian man became known because of
the pattern they shown. What is this pattern?
a. fractal b. stripes c. symmetry d. tessellation
a. b. c. d.
5. Who created the famous paintings of Mona Lisa and the Last Supper
which is said created using the golden ratio?
a. Pisa b. Da Vinci c. Picasso d. Galileo
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1.1. Characteristics and Nature of Mathematics
Mathematics Etymology
Greek work (mathema) which means “that which is learnt” (ancient
Greek) or “lesson” (modern Greek). Mathema is derived from “manthano” (ancient Greek) or
“mathaino” (modern Greek) which means “to learn.”
Mathematics Definition
Mathematics is the science of structure, order, and relations that has evolved from
elemental practices of counting, measuring, and describing the shapes and characteristics of
objects (Encyclopedia Britannica). Mathematics is the queen of sciences and arithmetic is the
queen of all mathematics (Gauss). It is the gateway and key to all sciences (Bacon).
Characteristics of Mathematics
Classification. The first step towards learning more
complex mathematical concepts is classification which
generates a series of mental relations through which
objects are grouped according to similarities and
differences depending on specific criteria such as
shape, color, size, etc.
Logical Sequence. Ideas in mathematics need to flow in an
order that makes sense. In mathematics, it is important
to show that each step can be derived logically from
the preceding steps.
Structure. In mathematics, a structure on a set is an
additional mathematical object that is related to that
given set in some particular characteristic or manner,
and attaches to that set to endow it with some
additional meaning or significance.
Precision and Accuracy. Accuracy is the measure how
close a measured value is to the actual value. It is the
degree to which a given quantity is correct and free
from error. Precision is on how close the measured
values are to each other.
Abstractness. Abstraction is the process of extracting the
underlying essence of a mathematical concept by
taking away any dependence on real-world objects.
Techniques and methods in abstraction deal with
quantitative relations and spatial forms and their
interrelationships with one another. It has a great
significance in understanding concepts in other
disciplines.
Symbolism. The language of mathematics is system used
by mathematicians to communicate mathematical
ideas using symbols instead of words. This language is
uniquely constructed in such a way that all
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mathematicians understand symbolic notations and
mathematical formulas.
Applicability. Mathematics can be used in all fields of
human endeavor. The applicability of mathematics can
lie anywhere on a spectrum from the completely
simple to the utterly complex.
Generalizations. The Webster Dictionary defines
generalization as the process of “finding and singling
out in whole class of similar objects. Generalizing is a
skill that must be developed among students. It is of
vital importance in a functioning society.
Nature of Mathematics
A science of measures. Measurement is an integral part of
modern science as well as of commerce, engineering,
and daily life. It often involves the representation of
ideal systems. Measurement is used to represent
average grade of students, the kilowatt electricity
consumption of household, maximum amount of
money to be spent for a business.
Intellectual game. Intellectual games are games of skill
that require significant intelligence and cognitive
effort. Like board games, mathematics requires visual
imagery. Games and mathematics both require a
strong dose of patience, restraint, and concentration.
The art of drawing conclusions. Drawing of conclusions
is making use of reasoning. Being able to reason is
essential to understanding mathematics. Reasoning is
a way to use mathematical knowledge and to generate
and solidify new mathematical ideas. There are
various examples of mathematical reasoning that will
be vital to draw conclusions and make generalizations.
A tool subject. In many fields of human activity,
mathematics is undeniably a highly powerful
instrument of investigation. Mathematics is applied in
the fields of engineering, theoretical and applied
physics, astronomy, aeronautics, architecture, geology,
and geodetic survey. Even the life sciences (biology,
psychology, and medicine) include numerous fields of
investigations which require knowledge of
mathematics. In industry and business, an
understanding of mathematics will be very helpful to
understand interest, yields, amortizations, etc.
A system of logical procedure. Logical procedure is
needed for problem solving and problem solving is
making sense of mathematics.
An intuitive method. Intuition is a way of understanding
proofs and conceptualizing problems.
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1.2. Patterns and Numbers in Nature and the World
In the modern world, the patterns of counting, measuring, reasoning, motion, shape,
position, and prediction, reveal the powerful influence mathematics has over people’s
perception of reality. Pattern recognition is key determinant of logical, verbal, numerical, and
spatial abilities. Patterns help individuals better understand the world and predict what comes
next, imagine what came before, and estimate if the same pattern will occur when variables
are changed. The most commonly used patterns today are logic patterns, number patterns,
word patterns, and geometric patterns.
Logic Patterns
One kind of logic pattern deals with the characteristics of various objects. Another
kind deals with order. Some patterns appear in a sequence while some possess similar
attributes. These patterns are seen on aptitude tests in which takers are shown a sequence of
pictures and asked to select which figure comes next among several choices. To construct or
solve a pattern, find the rule for the pattern, understand the nature of the sequence, and
analyze the difference between the two successive terms.
Illustrative Examples
A. What should be the next figure in this sequence?
1: 2: 3: If the word MODERN can be encrypted
as OQFGTP, how can you code the
word WORLD?
a.YQSNF c.YQUNF
b.YQTNF d.YQPNF
Answers
1. B: Slanting lines to the left are observed in the first box of first set, second box of the
second set, third box of the third set, thus this must be on the fourth box of the fourth
set. This leaves options B and A. Slanting lines are alternating on the set, which makes
B as the answer.
2. D: The first figure has one circle, followed by two circles, and four circles. The circle is
being doubled on the first and second sets. Doubling four circles makes eight circles.
The answer is D.
3. b: Each letter in the original word MODERN is forwarded two places in the alphabetical
order to get the encrypted word.
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Number Patterns
Mathematics is very useful in making predictions. Working with number patterns
leads directly to the concept of function in mathematics. Number patterns help develop
problem-solving skill. To solve number patterns, look for differences between two
consecutive numbers. The number pattern helps make a generalization of how the numbers
are arranged in a sequence. If there is no logic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division,
squares, cubes, primes, etc.) in the differences, find other operations used in the pattern. If
the numbers in a pattern change in the same way or in the same value each time, then that
type of pattern is called a repeating pattern.
Illustrative Examples
A. What is the next number in each of the following sequence?
1. 13, 17, 19, 23, 29, ____
Answers
1. 31: The differences between two consecutive numbers are 4, 2, 6. These differences did not
tell any pattern at all. But notice that the numbers are all consecutive primes. So, the
next number must be 31.
2. 33: The differences between each pair of consecutive terms in the sequence are as follows: 2,
3, 5, 7. These primes are added to the previous number to get the next number. That is,
5+2= 7, 7+3=10, 10+5=15, 15+7=22. Since the next prime is 11, hence, the next
number in the pattern is 22+11=33.
3. 92: In this simple series, the differences between the numbers are 2. The next number is 92.
4. 60, 96: The differences between each pair of consecutive terms in the sequence are as
follows: 1, 4, 9, 16. The squares of 1, 2, 3, 4. So, the difference between 35 and the
next number should be the square of 5, which is 25. Hence, the next missing number is
60 and the last is 96.
Word Patterns
Patterns can also be found in language. The metric patterns of poems and the
syntactic patterns of how nouns are made plural or how verbs are changed to past tense are
both word patterns. Language is a way to communicate in mathematics.
Illustrative Examples
B. Word patterns are used in decoding like:
consonant blends, words with a group of two or three consonants that each make its
own sound
Examples: grow, blend, sleeve, stair, sweet, free, blood,clothes
consonant digraphs, words with two or three letters that come together to create a
single sound
Examples: chest, shop, brush, shirt,shade
vowel diphthongs, vowels that glide in the middle
Examples: boil, now, soil, cloud, rain, meat, bout, cow
vowel digraphs, a spelling pattern in which two or more
adjoining letters represent a single vowel
sound
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Examples: school, clean, each, feet, moon, cheese
Geometric Patterns
A geometric pattern is a motif or design that depicts abstract shapes like lines,
polygons, and circles, and typically repeats like a wall paper. Visual patterns are observed in
nature and art. In art, patterns represent objects in consistent, regular manner. They appear in
paintings, drawings, tapestries, wallpapers, tilings, and carpets. A pattern does need to
exactly repeat as long as it provides a way of “organizing” the artwork.
Illustrative Examples
C. Millions of patterns can be found in the environment. These patterns occur in various
forms and in different contexts which can be modelled mathematically. Patterns in
nature are visible regularities of form found in the natural world. Some of them are as
follows:
Spiral
A spiral is a curve which emanates from a point, moving
farther away as it revolves around the point.
Wave
A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy through matter
or space, with little or no associated mass transport. Waves consist
of oscillations or vibrations of a physical medium or a field, around
relatively fixed locations. Surface waves in water show water
ripples.
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liquid or solid. A bath sponge and the head on a glass of beer are
examples of foams. In most foams, the volume of gas is large, with
thin films of liquid or solid separating the regions of gas. Soap
foams are also known as suds.
Tessellation Tessellation
A tessellation of a flat surface is the tiling of plane using one
or more geometric shapes, called tiles, with no overlaps and no gaps.
In mathematics, tessellations can be generalized to higher dimensions
and a variety of geometries.
Fracture
Tensile crack
A fracture or crack is the separation of an object or material
into two or more pieces under the action of stress. The fracture of a
solid usually occurs due to the development of certain displacement
discontinuity surfaces within the solid. If the displacement develops
perpendicular to the surface of displacement, it is called a normal
tensile crack or simply a crack; if a displacement develops
tangentially to the surface of displacement, it is called a shear crack,
slip band, or dislocation. Zebra stripes
Stripes
Stripes are made by a series of bands or strips, often of the
same width and color along the length.
Fractal
A fractal is a never-ending pattern. Fractals are infinitely Seirpinski Triangle
complex patterns that are self-similar across different scales. They
are created by repeating a simple process over and over in an ongoing
feedback loop. Driven by recursion, fractals are images of dynamic
systems – the pictures of chaos. Geometrically, they exists in
between our familiar dimensions. Fractal patterns are seen on trees,
rivers, coastlines, mountains, clouds, seashells, hurricanes, etc.
Fern
Affine Transformations
These are the processes of rotation, reflection and scaling.
Many plant forms utilize these processes to generate their
structure. Plants such as broccoli, cauliflower and fern establish
affine transformations.
Solving for the nth term of a Fibonacci sequence we use the Binet formula:
𝑛
1 1 + √5
𝐹𝑛 = [ ( ) ]
√5 2
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1.4. Importance of Mathematics in the World
Mona Lisa
Notre Dame Cathedral The Last Super Cell phone
Do you think mathematics played all these roles during this time of pandemic?
Expound your thoughts.
Illustrative Examples
2. The distance traveled by an object given its initial velocity and acceleration over a period of
time is given the equation d= v0t + ½ at2. Find the distance traveled by an airplane before it
takes off if its starts from rest and accelerates down a runway at 3.50 m/s 2 for 34.5 s.
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Answer 1. By substitution: y=10x + 45= 10(4) + 45= 85
2. By substitution: d= v0t + ½ at2= (0 m/s)( 34.5s) + ½ (3.50 m/s2)(34.5 s)2
= 2082.94 m
Exercises
A. Identify the pattern so you can guess the next figure in the sequence below. Encircle
the letter that represents the correct answer.
1. 2.
3. 4.
2. 25 36 _____ 64 81 5. 13 _____ 34 55 89
3. 13 17 19 23 _____ 6. 70 63 56 _____ 42
2. Give an example of pattern that occurs in nature but does not involve numbers.
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EVALUATION
A. Observe the pattern as shown by the figures and identify the next figure. Encircle
the letter that represents the correct answer.
1. 2.
3. 4.
5. 6.
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D. Explain why it is said that “Mathematics is the queen of all sciences.” Answer in not
more than five sentences.
Portfolio Entry
On a long bond paper, either hand written or type written, do the following.
1. Write a synthesis paper about the roles played by mathematics in the modern world
and ways how will it help you in your chosen field. (Synthesis means putting ideas
from many sources together in one essay or presentation; cite your sources of ideas).
2. Write an informal essay about the role played by mathematics during the COVID 19
pandemic.
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What are the three things you want to ask?
Additional Reading
Jost, Jurgen. Mathematics as a Tool? The Role of Mathematics in the Era of Data
Sience. Sta. Fe Institute, USA.
Stewart, Ian A. 1999. Nature’s Numbers: The Unreal Reality of Mathematics. Basic
Mathematics Books.
References
Mathematics in the Modern World (OB -Based). (2018). Manila: Rex Book Store, Inc.
Publishing, Inc.
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