KEMENTERIAN

PENDIDIKAN
MALAYSIA
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Institut Pendidikan Guru Kampus Pendidikan Teknik, Negeri Sembilan

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Nama Pelajar NUR SHAZAREANA NASHREEN BINTI MOHD ASRI

Angka Giliran 2021162344215

No Kad Pengenalan 021229140160

Kumpulan/Unit 1PISMP RBT 3

Kod & Nama Kursus MTES3013- NUMBERS AND NUMBER STRUCTURE

Tajuk Tugasan TASK 3- REPORT WRITING

Nama Pensyarah EN. KOMAGAN A/L RAJOO

Tarikh Hantar 8 SEPTEMBER 2021

Pengakuan pelajar menerima maklum balas daripada pensyarah

Saya mengesahkan bahawa maklum balas yang diberikan oleh pensyarah telah saya
rujuki dan fahami.
Catatan (jika ada)
- Non-routine problems with high-level and creative thinking - 4%
- The solutions are clear,structured and easy to understand - 4%
- Able to think beyond boundaries in highly appropriate alternative solutions - 4%
- Applications of irrational numbers is very suitable and related to daily life - 4%
- Demonstrate deep understanding with very accurate and appropriate examples - 4%
- Writing is smooth with language that is easy to understand without spelling mistakes - 4%

Tanda tangan Pelajar: Tarikh: 8 September 2021

- Non-routine problems with high-level and creative thinking - 4% Markah:

- The solutions are clear,structured and easy to understand - 4%
- Able to think beyond boundaries in highly appropriate alternative solutions - 4% 24%
- Applications of irrational numbers is very suitable and related to daily life - 4%
- Demonstrate deep understanding with very accurate and appropriate examples - 4%
- Writing is smooth with language that is easy to understand without spelling mistakes - 4%

TOTAL : 24%
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

NO. CONTENTS PAGE

1. Introduction 3

Non-routine problems involving rational numbers

2. • Question1 3-5

• Question 2

The Exploration on the Irrational Numbers and the

Applications in Daily Life

3. • Pi 6-8
• Square roots
• Euler’s number
• Golden ratio

4. Conclusion 8

5. References 9

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1.0 Introduction

Mathematical learning includes the development of skills and information, notably

problem-solving ability. A problem is a statement or a situation in which we face an impediment
to accomplishing our objectives. Problems can be classified into two categories: routine and
non-routine. The purpose of this report writing is to practice solving non-routine issues
involving various types of numbers which is rational numbers and some exploration about
irrational numbers and its application in daily life. Non-routine problem solving, often known
as creative problem solving, necessitates some level of originality or creativity. Non-routine
problems, on the other hand, rarely have an obvious solution approach. These issues may
frequently be handled in a variety of ways and using a range of techniques. It trains individuals
to solve problems in the actual world. Real-life problems do not come with a set of guidelines
for resolving them. To solve them, people must think creatively and logically.

2.0 Non-Routine Problems involving Rational Numbers

Any integer that can be represented as a fraction in which both the numerator and the
denominator are whole numbers is referred to as a rational number. It is also possible to
express it with decimal numbers that are either terminating or repeating. Examples for rational
numbers include ¼, -¾, 7.82, 2, 123/25, 0.3333.

Question 1 (Chapter 3):

Mrs. Sharon wants to make bread for her children. She bought a packet of flour containing
1.45kg. She wants to separate the flour into 2 parts, 0.25kg for chocolate flavored bun and
0.15kg to make pandan flavored bun. Did she manage to measure the weight of the flour
accurately? She plans to make more chocolate buns than pandan buns since it is one of her
children's favorites. How many chocolates and pandan flavored buns can be produced?

The solution:

Based on the problem, Mrs. Sharon wants to divide the flour containing 1.45kg into 2 parts,
0.25kg and 0.15kg. So, we have to find out if there’s enough flour to divide and the result of
the division of flour for a chocolate bun should be more than a pandan bun.

First, we must convert the unit which is kg to g to make the dividing process easier.

1.0kg = 1000g

The total amount of flour Chocolate flavored bun Pandan flavored bun

1.45kg = 1450g 0.25kg = 250g 0.15kg = 150g

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Second, we're aiming to use 1000g of flour for a 250g measure and the remaining 450g for a
150g measure. After that, we will see whether it can be divided or not.

250g 1000g
1450g

150g 450g

Chocolate flavored bun: 1000 ÷ 250 = 4 buns

Pandan flavored bun: 450 ÷ 150 = 3 buns

So, there’s a possibility that Mrs. Sharon can measure the flour accurately. While, the result
of the division of flour for a chocolate bun that we get is more than a pandan bun. Mrs. Sharon
has the ability to make four chocolate buns and three pandan buns.

Question 2 (Chapter 5):

At school, Amirah participated in a magic square puzzle competition. Below you will find a set
of 3x3 magic squares puzzles that she got. Find a way and complete the following magic
square. Place the numbers 1.0 to 1.8 and use each number exactly once.

a c e

1.2 b d

1.3 1.8 1.1

The solution:

In a magic square, the sum of each row, each column and each diagonal all add up to the
same number. As shown, there is one row with a complete number. So, if we add those
numbers together, we'll know that each row, column, and diagonal will equal to that number.
So, the sum is 1.3 + 1.8 + 1.1 = 4.2 thus it can be concluded that if each row, column, and
diagonal are added together, the total will be 4.2.

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Second, refer to that total of number, we can use it and make an equation to find a, b, c, d
and e.

Finally, all the squares can be completed. All of the squares may be appropriately filled using
the list of numbers from 1.0 to 1.8.

1.7 1.0 1.5

1.2 1.4 1.6

1.3 1.8 1.1

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3.0 The Exploration on the Irrational Numbers and the Applications in Daily Life

Irrational numbers are the set of numbers that cannot be expressed in the standard form
of p/q, unlike rational numbers. When irrational numbers are expressed in the decimal form,
they go on forever, even after the decimal point without repeating numbers. Thus, they are
also known as non-terminating and non-repeating numbers. Irrational numbers were created
in order to make things easier. Without irrational numbers we don’t have the continuum of the
real numbers, which makes geometry, physics and engineering either harder or downright
impossible to do. Irrational numbers have several uses in our daily life. Although irrational
numbers are rarely applied directly, their components are frequently used in other concepts
with direct applications. Here are some examples of commonly used irrational numbers and
its application in daily life.

3.1 Pi, ㄫ

π = 3.1415926535897932384626433832795... (and more)

Pi is the basic ratio found in all circles, and it affects circumference, area, volume,
and surface area calculations for circles, spheres, cylinders, and the trigonometric
functions also generated from them (sin, cos, tan). Pi is used in almost all calculations,
including architecture and construction, quantum physics, communications, music
theory, medical treatments, air travel, and space flight. In construction, where there is
a need to build structures that are cylindrical in shape, irrational numbers can be used
to calculate the structure using pi.

For example, Jake walked across a circular swimming pool and it is 10 feet across the
center. How far will Jake swim around the pool?

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Basically, it is asked about the distance that Jake will be swimming around the pool.
The swimming pool is 10 feet across. Since the pool is circular, the distance around
the pool is the circumference and the distance across is the diameter. The
circumference is unknown and d=10ft. So, find the circumference by using formula
C=πd. Therefore, Jake will swim 31.43ft.

3.2 Square roots, √

In everyday life, square roots are employed in a variety of ways. Square roots and
the Pythagorean theorem are also used in numerous occupations. Three examples
are carpenters, architects, and engineers. Wikipedia claims that square roots
frequently appear in mathematical formulas elsewhere, as well as in many physical
laws.

For example, if Ali has a rectangular frame that is 40cm by 60cm, can Ali put a
square picture that has an area of 800cm2 completely inside the frame?

So, the square-shaped picture can be placed inside the picture frame because the
sides are smaller.

3.3 Euler's number, ℮

℮ = 2.7182818284590452353602874713527 (and more ...)

The Euler’s number is the base rate of growth shared by all continually growing
processes. The concept of Euler’s number is quite popular and it shows up whenever
systems grow exponentially and continuously such as population, radioactive decay,
interest calculations, and more.

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 3.4 Golden ratio, φ

φ = 1.61803398874989484820... (and more ...)

The golden ratio can apply to daily life for example to unveil and appreciate the
mathematics of design found in nature. Besides, it is also applying this awareness and
understanding in any of your own creative works. It is used for all forms of design such
as art, architecture, graphics, web sites, products, logos, furniture, cars, fashion,
composing or cropping a photo, facial attractiveness and much more. The golden ratio
is expressed throughout the actual human body including our bone structure. For
examples, the proportions of each finger and toe of our hands and feet, as well as the
proportions of our faces.

4.0 Conclusion

As a result, I was able to understand many types of numbers and how they function while
be able to improve skills in planning, creating and solving non-routine questions. In fact, being
able to find out that there are types of numbers used in everyday life. It is easy to differentiate
a rational and an irrational number, rational numbers are those numbers that are integers and
can be expressed in the form of x/y where both numerator and denominator are integers
whereas irrational numbers are those numbers which cannot be expressed in a fraction.

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5.0 References

Albert Cogmon. (2021, February 24). 5 uses of irrational numbers in our daily life. Seekers
Time. https://www.seekerstime.com/5-uses-of-irrational-numbers-in-our-daily-life/

Frederic, R. (2020, April 8). What are the uses of irrational numbers in daily life? - Quora.
https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-uses-of-irrational-numbers-in-daily-life

Smith, A. (2021, January 15). What are some real life examples of irrational numbers?
Rehabilitation Robotics. https://rehabilitationrobotics.net/what-are-some-real-life-examples-
of-irrational-numbers/

Uhles, K. (2014, May 3). Rational Numbers - 856 Words | 123 Help Me. 123helpme.
https://www.123helpme.com/essay/Rational-Numbers-496279

Wikipedia contributors. (2021a, June 27). Irrational number. Wikipedia.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irrational_number

Wikipedia contributors. (2021, August 30). Rational number. Wikipedia.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rational_number

Wikipedia contributors. (2021, July 9). Square root. Wikipedia.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Square_root