Innumeracy
Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences
John Allen Paulos
The book explores the widespread issue of mathematical illiteracy, highlighting how a lack of basic numerical understanding affects decision-making and leads to poor judgment in various aspects of life. It presents numerous examples and anecdotes to illustrate how innumeracy can have significant consequences in areas such as personal finance, health, gambling, and the interpretation of statistics in the media.
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