Justify why Math is a language

Mathematics is a language but it is not totally the same with the language we use when communicating. Some
of its similarities with our language are the usage of vocabulary, like numbers, operations, variables, equations,
functions, and many more that are used in Mathematics. Another is the usage of correct grammar in order to
make the statements understandable. And their difference to our language is it follows certain requirements to
be understood and accepted mathematically. Another is the way Mathematics is talked has been always the
same even if it's talked not in English language but in different languages like Arabic, Chinese, and Japanese.

Mathematics is a language because it uses vocabulary and correct grammar, it follows certain requirements in
order to be understood, and the way it is talked about is always the same even if it's not in English language.

Polya's Solving Problem Strategy

Are the steps in Polya's solving problem familiar? Do you always follow these steps in solving (word)
problems? Why or why not?

Yes his strategy in problem solving is familiar. Since elementary, we've been taught how to solve math
problems similar to his way. First, we understand the problem so we may be able to know what to solve and so
we can make or devise a plan for it. Then carry out the plan to solve what is asked in the problem. And lastly,
review the solution if it's correct and understandable. I follow his ways of solving math problems because it's
organized and easy to understand. For example, If I see a slight problem in the result, I can easily go back to the
plans and solutions since it's organized, then find ways to correct the result.

1. The sum of three consecutive positive integers is 87. Find the numbers.

Step 1: The problem is asking for the three consecutive numbers.

Step 2: We write an equation using n for the first number. Then we add 1 to the n for the second number and
add 2 to the n for the third number. n+(n+1)+(n+2)=87

Step 3: Solve. n+(n+1)+(n+2)=87 3n+3=87 3n=87-3 1/3(3n=84)1/3 n=28 Now, we substitute the value of to the
equation.

Step 4: Solve and review the solution. n+(n+1)+(n+2)=87 28+(28+1)+(28+2)=87 28+29+30=87 87=87
Therefore, the three consecutive numbers are 28, 29, and 30.

2. The area of a rectangle is 45 cm2 . If the length is 9cm, then what is its width?

Step 1: The problem is asking for the value of width of the rectangle.

Step 2: We write an equation using w as the width, l as the length, and A as the area. A=lw

Step 3: Solve. A=lw 45 cm^2=(9 cm)(w) (1/9 cm)[45 cm^2=(9 cm)(w)](1/9 cm) 5 cm=w

Step 4: Review the solution. A=lw 45 cm^2=(9 cm)(5 cm) 45 cm^2=45 cm^2

3. The price of a pair of shoes has increased by 15%. The original price of the shoes was Php 150. What is the new
price? Step 1: The problem is asking for the new price of the shoes after the original price has increased by
15%.

Step 2: We write an equation using p as the new price of the shoes, o as the original price, and r as the
percentage rate. p=(o)+[(o)(r)] p=(Php150)+[(Php150)(15%)]

Step 3: Solve. p=(Php150)+[(Php150)(15%)] p=Php172.50

Step 4: Review the solution. Php172.50=(Php150)+[(Php150)(15%)] Php172.50=Php172.50