This step-by-step introduction offers clear explanations and numerous worked examples that will guide the reader to an understanding of essential mathematical concepts and techniques.
Beginning with a brief historical outline of the development of mathematics, the book gently steers the reader through the basics of arithmetical processes, algebra and geometry. It then focuses on the electronic calculator both as a computational aid in financial calculations and other practical applications, and as a useful tool in progressing to more advanced mathematics. Thus problems involving percentages, profit and loss, the interest calculations are explored and trigonometry introduced - using the functions available on most modern calculators.
Throughout exercises (with answers) are provided to test and reinforce the reader's understanding.
