Homeschool Math Blog

You might find this interesting: in a study ranking the best and worst occupations in the US, guess where mathematicians landed! #1. The study was looking at job hazards, pay, stress levels, environment, and a few other factors. Take a look at it here: Doing the Math to Find the Good Jobs . Now, this study didn't take into account an individual's likes and preferences and feelings ... If someone REALLY loves cutting timber in a forest, then obviously that's a perfect job for them. But it's still interesting to note that mathematician, statistician, biologist, software engineer, and other "thinking" jobs ranked very high.

We all know that youngsters often have this question in mind when they go on in their math studies: where or when will I ever need all this? It's pretty easy and simple to find applications and real-life examples for the usage of the simple, elementary math, such as multiplication tables or decimals and percents. But when we go on to algebra and beyond, this question may be harder to answer. Here are a few answers you can give as to why study algebra: You need it in any occupational field that requires higher education , such as computer science, electronics, engineering, medicine (doctors), trade and commerce analysts, ALL scientists, etc. In short, if someone is even considering higher education, they should study algebra. You need algebra to take your SAT test or GED. Algebra also lets you develop logical thinking and problem solving skills . It can increase your intelligence! Actually, studying any math topic can do that (even elementary math), if the mathematics is pres...