A concrete approach to mathematical modelling /
Michael Mesterton-Gibbons has done what no author before him could: he has written an in-depth, systematic guide to the art and science of mathematical modelling that's a great read from first page to last. With an abundance of both wit and common sense, he shows readers exactly how the modelli...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York :
Wiley,
[1995]
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| Online Access: | Table of contents Contributor biographical information Publisher description |
| Summary: | Michael Mesterton-Gibbons has done what no author before him could: he has written an in-depth, systematic guide to the art and science of mathematical modelling that's a great read from first page to last. With an abundance of both wit and common sense, he shows readers exactly how the modelling process works, using fascinating real-life examples from virtually every realm of human, machine, natural, and cosmic activity. You'll find models for determining how fast cars drive through a tunnel; how many workers industry should employ; the length of a supermarket checkout line; how birds should select worms; the best methods for avoiding an automobile accident; and when a barber should hire an assistant; just to name a few. Offering more examples, more detailed explanations, and by far, more sheer enjoyment than any other book on the subject, A Concrete Approach to Mathematical Modelling is the ultimate how-to guide for students and professionals in the hard sciences, social sciences, engineering, computers, statistics, economics, politics, business management, and every other discipline in which mathematical modelling plays a role. |
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| Item Description: | "A Wiley-Interscience publication." |
| Physical Description: | xx, 597 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 583-590) and index. |
| ISBN: | 0471109606 9780471109600 |