Basic Mathematical Reasoning

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Context

Physical scientists model the world using many different tools. The most concise models are mathematical models. Equations, for instance, incorporate everything that is known into a very concise statement. There are many levels of math from simple numbers to very complex equations. Tables and graphs are also included in the basic tools of mathematical reasoning.

What is mathematical reasoning in physical science?

In physical science mathematical reasoning is a way to understand relationships among variables of a physical situation.

Explanation

We can use numbers, symbols, tables, graphs, and equations as concise ways to present the essential elements of a physical situation .

This section will help you:

• Review basic arithmetic and some simple algebra that is commonly used in introductory physical science.
• Realized that numbers represent physical properties and have inherent error associated with them.
• Better understand where equations come from in physical science.
• Be able to see the relationship among tables, graphs, and equations.