Activity 3

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Deadline : October 26, 2020

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A. Journal Writing
Write one-to-two-page synthesis paper focusing on the following
aspects of mathematics:

1. Mathematics helps organize patterns and regularities in the

world.
2. Mathematics helps predict the behavior of nature and
phenomena in the world.
3. Mathematics helps control nature and occurrences in the world
for our ends.
4. Mathematics has numerous applications in the world, making it
indispensable
 Importance of Mathematics in Our World
1. Mathematics for Organization

Helps organize patterns and regularities in the

world. To make sense of all available information, we
need mathematical tools to help us make sound analysis
and better decisions.

EXAMPLE:
a. A lot of events happening around us. In the blink of
an eye, several children have already been born, liters of water
have been consumed, or thousands of tweets have been
posted.
b. For instance, a particular store can gather data on
its customers' shopping habits and make necessary
adjustments to help drive sales.
c. Scientists can plot bird migration routes to help
conserve endangered animal populations.
d. Social media analysts can crunch all online postings
using software to gauge the netizens’ sentiments on particular
issues or personalities.

2. Mathematics for Prediction

It helps predict the behavior of nature and phenomena in the

world. It is sometimes said that history repeats itself. As much
as we can use mathematical models using existing data to
generate analysis and interpretations, we can also use them to
make predictions.
EXAMPLE:
a. Applying the concept of probability, experts can calculate
the chance of an event occurring.
b. The weather is a prime example. Based on historical
patterns, meteorologists can make forecasts to help us
prepare for our day – to – day activities. They can also
warn us of weather disturbances that can affect our
activities for weeks or months.
c. Astronomers also use patterns to predict the occurrence
of meteor showers or eclipses.

In 2017, announcements were made about heavenly

phenomena such as the Draconid Meteor Shower and “The
Great American Eclipse.” They were able to tell when these
phenomena would occur and where would be the best places to
view them.

3. Mathematics for Control

It helps humans exert control over occurrences in the

world for the advancement of our civilization. There seems to
an underlying mathematical structure in the way that natural
objects and phenomena behave.

EXAMPLE:
a. While photographers could capture a single moment
through a snapshot, videographers could record events
as they unfold.
 b. Painters and sculptors could create masterpieces in
interpreting their surroundings, poets could use beautiful
words to describe an object, and musicians could capture
and reproduce sounds.
c. In 1916, Albert Einstein hypothesized the existence of
gravitational waves based on his theory of general
relativity. This is when "ripples" are formed in the fabric of
space-time due to large and violent cosmic events, very
much like when a pebble is thrown on a stagnant pond.
About a hundred years later, the Laser Interferometer
Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) announced that it
found evidence.
d. Through the use of mathematics, man can also exert
control over himself and the effects of nature.

4. Mathematics Is Indispensable

Mathematics plays a huge role in the underpinnings of our

world. We have seen it in living creatures and natural
phenomena. We have also look at examples of how
mathematical concepts could be applied. Whether you are on
your way to becoming a doctor, an engineer, an entrepreneur,
or a chef, mathematics will be helpful. At the most basic level,
logical reasoning and critical thinking are crucial skills needed in
any endeavor. As such, the study of mathematics should be
embraced as it paves the way for more educated decisions and,
in a way, brings us closer to understanding the natural world.