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Mathematics in
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LEARNING OUTCOMES

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Mathematics only expressed through numbers.
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2. Progress in mathematics is possible even without 6

numbers.___________________________________

3. Every phenomenon can be explained by

mathematics. _______________________________ 7
4. Patterns-based prediction produces precise results.
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5. Patterns let mathematicians and scientists control the
world. ____________________________________

6. Natural occurrences are not modelled by math. 8

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Mathematics in
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We start this by introducing mathematics as the science patterns. There

are two types of patterns: numeric and geometric. Numeric patterns are also
known as number patterns. Geometric patterns are visually represented by
shapes.

I believe most of you already encountered number patterns in your

previous math lessons. Since mathematics is better learned through
examples, I am giving you some numeric patterns and see if you can identify
and describe them.

a. 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, …
b. 1, -2, 4, -8, 16, -32, 64, …
c. 31, 28, 31, 30, 31, 30, 31, 31, 30, 31, 30, 31
d. 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, 144, 233, 377, …

If you’re finished identifying the patterns, it’s time for you to check
whether you got them correct or not. Pattern a is a pattern consisting of
positive even integers, pattern b is a pattern constructed by multiplying -2 to
the previous number, pattern c is made of the days of the each month, and
pattern d is a special pattern called the Fibonacci sequence in which the next
number is the sum of the previous two numbers.

As stated above, patterns can also be expressed through shapes. These

shapes do not have to be the basic ones such as squares and triangles, usually
they are found in nature patterns and man-made patterns.
I have here several pictures from animated movies and see if you can
recall some patterns as seen in the picture or found in the movie they
represent.
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Some patterns found in the nature are the patterns of flowers and leaves,
and even snowflakes. Even animals such as zebras and leopards have patterns.
Man-made patterns include the ones found on construction of buildings and
houses.

In our country, we have the symmetrical property of

the Mayon volcano. We also have different designs of
woven material which you can see in the different
provinces of our country.
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Patterns introduce us to the world of math. There

are applications of math in the real life which we may
tackle in the succeeding lessons, but for now, it is
understood that math is more than just numbers, and
therefore its applications may be more than just numbers
as well. The universe is myriad of patterns, and there are
more things that we can explore.

Synthesizing patterns. Construct an essay and discuss which one

do you appreciate the most, numeric patterns or geometric
patterns.

The golden ratio is denoted by  (phi). The ratio of two

consecutive numbers in the Fibonacci sequence is close to
. This special ratio is also called the divine proportion.
This is because the human beauty is based on the divine
proportion. You may read additional information about the
golden ratio of a beautiful face here.

Specific applications of the golden ratio are found in the human body. In example, the
width of the face forms a golden section of the length of the face. The width of the nose is
a golden section of the length of the mouth. The eardrum consists of chambers that are
located at approximately golden ratio to optimize sound regulation and vibration.
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Golden ratio is also applied in building structures.

Ancient Greek architecture used the Golden Ratio
to determine pleasing dimensional relationships
between the width of a building and its height, the
size of the portico and even the position of the
columns supporting the structure. You can read
more about it here.

Mathematics is relevant. Mathematics is a body of knowledge. Therefore,

it is only given that it has applications not just in the field of mathematics
but also in other fields.

Physics is the most common science that relates to

mathematics due to its models and equations. Engineering,
as a practical science, also uses mathematics. The
algorithm found in computer programs is also a product of
math, same with how dosage and measurement is applied
in medicine purposes.

Meter and poetry uses counting. A book reader knows his

/ her average reading time, still a math application.
Logical thinking, which is enhanced by mathematics, is
also applied in literature.

Charts and graphs are useful in showing historical data. Statistics is

mostly used in this area. Have you ever tried browsing the data available
in the website of Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)?

Geometry uses shapes which we apply when doing art. The art of
photography applies lessons in angles.
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LESSON SUMMARY ADDITIONAL READING

Mathematics is found around us. Appreciating

mathematics is not only done by doing well with numbers.
We can appreciate math as we appreciate nature and the
things around us, its application may not be as obvious as
it seems but math is applied in more ways than we already
know.

KEY TERMS
KEY TERMS

ACTIVITY #1

Directions: Take photos of things or situations in which Mathematics is involved in different

settings. Write a short description as to how or why Math is involved. *

Settings:
1. Place of residence
2. Outdoors**
3. Current or previous school campus**
4. Movies or TV-series (screenshots will do)

*Additional instructions may be posted on MS Teams assignment tab.

** Old photos will do. If no old photos are available, simply describe the thing or situation. Do not go
outside to take pictures.

ACTIVITY #2

These are tasks that will either be uploaded on MS Teams as assignment, or will be useful during online
discussions. Please wait for further instructions.
1. Search about Ian Stewart’s 17 Equations that changed the world.
2. Get a measuring tape and calculate your golden ratio face using the calculator found here.
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REFERENCES

Baltazar, E., Ragasa, C., & Evangelista J. (2018). Mathematics in the Modern World. Quezon
City: C & E Publishing Inc.
Calingasan, R., Martin, M., & Yambao, E. (2018). Mathematics in the Modern World. Quezon
City: C & E Publishing, Inc.
Earnhart, R., & Adina, E. (2018). Mathematics in the Modern World. Quezon City: C& E
Publishing Inc.