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Introduction To Finite Mathematics –
mth212
(3 credits)
This course is an introduction to the mathematics available for the study of social and behavioral sciences, and for application in business. Emphasis is placed on the comprehension of problem-solving techniques for the real world. Specific applications in statistics, accounting, finance, and economics are demonstrated and discussed.
This undergraduate-level course is 5
weeks.
To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.
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Elementary Functions
- Solve linear equations and inequalities.
- Graph linear equations in two variables.
- Use mathematical modeling and linear regression to make predictions.
- Solve function problems.
- Solve exponential function problems.
- Solve logarithmic function problems.
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The Mathematics of Finance
- Solve simple interest problems.
- Solve compound interest problems.
- Solve problems involving future and present value of annuities.
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Systems of Linear Equations and Linear Programming
- Solve systems of linear equations.
- Perform operations on matrices.
- Solve matrix equations.
- Solve linear programming problems geometrically.
- Solve linear programming problems by the simplex method.
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Logic, Probability, and Statistics
- Apply counting principles to solve problems.
- Solve probability problems.
- Make decisions by computing the expected value of random variables.
- Summarize and present data using graphs, measures of central tendency, and measures of dispersion.
- Solve problems involving discrete probability.
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Markov Chains and Game Theory
- Solve problems involving Markov chains.
- Solve problems involving game theory.
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- While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Advisor.
- Transferability of credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at University of Phoenix will be accepted by another institution of the student’s choice.
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