MATH 2623 - Quantitative Reasoning
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 07, CRN 43118,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Julia Verlotte
Email: jcverlotte@ysu.edu
Course Description
2623. Quantitative Reasoning. Mathematics models emphasizing basic ideas in mathematics and statistics, stressing concept formation rather than manipulative skills. Prereq.: YSU Mathematics Placement Level 15 or higher. 3 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Common Sense Mathematics (2nd Edition) | Ethan D. Bolker & Maura B. Mast | 9781470461348 |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Chapter 1 | Calculating on the Back of an Envelope | |
| 8/31 | Chapter 2 | Units and Unit Conversions | |
| 9/7 | Chapter 3 Chapter 4 |
Percentages, Sales Tax and Discounts Inflation |
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| 9/14 | Chapter 5 Chapter 6 |
Average Values Income Distribution- Spreadsheets, Charts, and Statistics |
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| 9/21 | Chapter 7 Chapter 8 |
Electricity Bills and Income Taxes- Linear Functions Linear Functions |
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| 9/28 | Chapter 9 Chapter 10 |
Compound Interest- Exponential Growth Borrowing and Saving |
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| 10/5 | Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Finals Week |
Probability- Counting, Betting, Insurance Break the Bank- Independent Events How Good Is That Test? |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.