Mathematics is helpful in almost every kind of human endeavor-- from
laying bricks to prescribing medicine or drawing a face. In particular,
mathematics has contributed to progress in science and technology for thousands
of years and still continues to do so.
NSES Content Standard A
Science as Inquiry: Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry Grades 5-8, page 148 Use mathematics in all aspects of scientific inquiry. Mathematics is essential to asking and answering questions about the natural world. Mathematics can be used to ask questions, to gather, organize and present data, and to structure convincing explanations. NSES Content Standard A
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