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__For courses in Liberal Arts Mathematics and Quantitative Literacy.__ **The standard in quantitative reasoning instruction – by authorities in the field** The **7th Edition** of **__Using & Understanding Mathematics__** by Jeff Bennett and Bill Briggs aims to prepare students for the mathematics they will encounter in other college courses, future careers, and life. The authors' goal is to develop students’ ability to reason with quantitative information in a way that will help achieve success in their careers, and to give students the critical-thinking and quantitative reasoning skills needed to understand major life issues. Through new resources in MyLabTM Math and updated content within the text, the Bennett/Briggs team continues to set the standard in quantitative reasoning instruction. **Also available with MyLab Math** By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab Math personalizes the learning experience and often improves results for each student. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyLab Math does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with MyLab Math, ask your instructor to confirm the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyLab Math, search for: **0134679091 / 9780134679099 Using & Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach Plus MyMathLab -- Access Card Package, 7/e** Package consists of: * 0134705181 / 9780134705187 Using & Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach * 0134715853 / 9780134715858 MyLab Math with Pearson eText - Access Card - for Using & Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach NOTE: Before purchasing, check with your instructor to ensure you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of the MyLabTM and MasteringTM platforms exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use MyLab or Mastering, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide. Used books, rentals, and purchases made outside of Pearson If purchasing or renting from companies other than Pearson, the access codes for the MyLab platform may not be included, may be incorrect, or may be previously redeemed. Check with the seller before completing your purchase. For courses in Liberal Arts Mathematics and Quantitative Literacy. This package includes MyLab Math. The standard in quantitative reasoning instruction – by authorities in the field The 7th Edition of Using & Understanding Mathematics by Jeff Bennett and Bill Briggs aims to prepare students for the mathematics they will encounter in other college courses, future careers, and life. The authors'goal is to develop students'ability to reason with quantitative information in a way that will help achieve success in their careers, and to give students the critical-thinking and quantitative reasoning skills needed to understand major life issues. Through new resources in MyLabTM Math and updated content within the text, the Bennett/Briggs team continues to set the standard in quantitative reasoning instruction. Personalize learning with MyLab Math By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab Math personalizes the learning experience and often improves results for each student. 0135168228 / 9780135168226 Using & Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach Plus MyMathLab with Integrated Review -- Access Card Package, 7/e Package consists of: 0134705181 / 9780134705187 Using & Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach 0134715861 / 9780134715865 MyLab Math with Pearson eText - Access Card - for Using & Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach with Integrated Review Using and Understanding Mathematics, 7th Edition [Jeffrey O. Bennett] Title Page Copyright Dedication CONTENTS ABOUT THE AUTHORS PREFACE Prologue Chapter 1 THINKING CRITICALLY Chapter 2 APPROACHES TO PROBLEM SOLVING Chapter 3 NUMBERS IN THE REAL WORLD Chapter 4 MANAGING MONEY Chapter 5 STATISTICAL REASONING Chapter 6 PUTTING STATISTICS Chapter 7 PROBABILITY: LIVING WITH THE ODDS Chapter 8 EXPONENTIAL ASTONISHMENT Chapter 9 MODELING OUR WORLD Chapter 10 MODELING WITH GEOMETRY Chapter 11 MATHEMATICS AND THE ARTS Chapter 12 MATHEMATICS AND POLITICS CREDITS Answers to Quick Quizzes and Odd-Numbered Exercises INDEX