Probability For DUMMIES by Deborah Rumsey

23 12 2009

Have you ever had difficulties doing probability and find it extremely challenging following the worksheets in class?  If this is so, “Probability for Dummies” is the book for you. It is a book for keen beginners, showing you the foundations of probability along with colorful examples, explanations and tutorials. What is more, this book provides you with professional tips such as ten steps to a better probability grade, etc.

Since this book aims to let students comprehend the building blocks of probability, I would highly recommend students to refer to this book as their guide. Each chapter has been explained thoroughly along with essential tips and exercises. Furthermore, this book even enlightens us on how to apply probability to make life easier. An interesting example is under part II, page 65 which talks about counting using probability and betting to win. Moreover, this book is well organized in various parts and chapters. To allow better visualization, this book is fully furnished with well-explained diagrams, theories and learning tips in each chapter. Since this book renders all the critical skills and knowledge that students require, this is the opportunity for students to learn better about probability.

It is good to be proficient in these topics which students are going to learn in the relevant Mathematics modules as they empower us to solve daily problems in real life. In order to attain a high level of understanding, we essentially need to figure out the basics first. So, once more, if you encounter any difficulties in probability, this book is a perfect guide for you. All you need is the willingness to learn.

Location – East

Call Number – QA 273 RUM 2006

Written by Win Myo Htun





Calculus 4th Edition

12 10 2009

calculusLocation: East
Call number: QA 303 AYR 1999 

Are you always confused in the Advanced Mathematics Module? Do you find it difficult to figure out calculus problems? If so, enlist the help of Schaum’s Calculus! This professional advanced calculus book will show you 1103 fully solved problems as well as provide expert tips on the graphing calculator. More importantly, it is the perfect aid for higher grades of UT.

Obviously, the purpose of this book is to help students understand and use calculus. But what is special about it is that everything has been aimed towards making it easier, especially for students with limited background in mathematics. So this book contains a lot of problems, and provides carefully explained solutions. As the problems are arranged by difficulty level, students can choose which chapters to work on based on their foundation. 

Furthermore, this book provides plenty of exercises at the end of each section for students to practice. This provides a good opportunity for you to check whether you understood the previous information.

Solving mathematics problems does not depend on how talented you are. You can do well in it if you read more, practice more and review more. Try to work hard on calculus and you may find that it is more interesting than you thought.  Don’t be afraid of it, just try harder!

 

Written by Liu Huan