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• Tutorials - Java Powered Finite Mathematics Applied to the Real World- on-line interactive tutorials - Java and Javascript resources. Many excellent real-world explanations and examples.
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Fall, 2001     Problem Assignments       M.FLASHMAN 
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                  Assignments and recommended problems I

E-Mail: flashman@axe.humboldt.edu         WWW: http://www.humboldt.edu/~mef2/
***Prerequisite: HSU MATH 42 or 44 or 45 or math code 40.

TEXT: Required. Finite Mathematics Applied to the Real World 2nd Edition By Stefan Waner and Steven R. Costenoble (Brooks/Cole Pub Co, 2000).
• Catalog Description: Topics from logic, combinatorics, probability theory, and matrix algebra; applied to problems from social and biological sciences.
• SCOPE: This course will deal with the theory and application of what is often described as "finite mathematics." We will emphasize much of the linear algebra aspects of models for finite systems. This will cover primarily materials from chapters 1-6, 8, and possibly 9 from the textbook. Supplementary notes and text will be provided as appropriate.
• TESTS AND ASSIGNMENTS: There will be several tests in this course. There will be several reality check quizzes, two midterm exams and a comprehensive final examination.
• Homework assignments are made regularly. They should be done neatly and  passed in on the due date. Homework is graded Acceptable/Unacceptable with problems to be  redone. Redone work should be returned for grading promptly.
• Exams will be announced at least one week in advance.
• THE FINAL EXAMINATION WILL BE SELF SCHEDULED.
• The final exam will be comprehensive, covering the entire semester.
• MAKE-UP TESTS WILL NOT BE GIVEN EXCEPT FOR VERY SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES! It is the student's responsibility to request a makeup promptly.
*** DAILY ATTENDANCE SHOULD BE A HABIT! ***
• GRADES: Final grades will be determined taking into consideration the quality of work done in the course as evidenced primarily from the accumulation of points from tests and various  assignments. The final examination will be be worth either 200 or 300 points determined by the following rule:

The final grade will use the score that maximizes the average for the term based on all possible points .

Reality Quizzes	150 points
2 Midterm Examinations	200 points
Homework	50 points
Final Examination	200 or 300 points
Total	600 or 700 points

• The total points available for the semester is 600 or 7000. Notice that only 400 or 500 of these points are from examinations, so regular participation is essential to forming a good foundation for your grades as well as your learning.

MORE THAN 2 ABSENCES MAY LOWER THE FINAL GRADE FOR POOR ATTENDANCE.
** See the course schedule for the dates related to the following:
• No drops will be allowed without "serious and compelling reasons" and a fee.
• Students wishing to be graded with either CR or NC should make this request to the Adm & Rec office in writing or by using the web registration procedures.

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• Technology: The computer or a graphing calculator can be used for many problems. We will use MATRIX.  Matrix by John Kennedy is designed particularly to help learn many finite mathematics applications using matrices on any PC. MATRIX can be obtained from me or downloaded from the Math Archives. Students wishing help with any graphing calculator should plan to bring their calculator manual with them to class.

Another excellent on-line resource for many of the topics we will cover is the On - Line resources  connected with the text, Finite Mathematics Applied to the Real World.
• Graphing Calculators: Graphing calculators are welcome and highly recommended. We may use the HP48G for some in-class work though most graphing calculators will be able to do much of this work. HP48G's may be available for students to borrow for the term through me by arrangement with the Math department. Supplementary materials will be distributed if needed. If you would like to purchase one or have one already, let me know. I will try to help you with your own technology during office hours or by appointment (not in class).

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