Description: Comprehensive and easy to use, the revised and updated seventh edition covers practical math problems that automotive technicians will face on the job. The easy-to-read and well organized chapters of Practical Problems in Mathematics for Automotive Technicians, Seventh Edition feature step-by-step instructions, diagrams, charts, and examples that facilitate the problem-solving process while reinforcing key concepts. The presentation builds from the basics of whole-number operations to cover percentages, linear measurement, ratios, and the use of more advanced formulas. With a special section on graphs, scale reading of test meters, and invoices found in the workplace, this text is tailor-made for students in any automotive course of study! Product Benefits: - Concepts are presented to the reader in a logical, clear, and sequential manner with each stage of a procedure outlined in order to increase understanding and allow for success
- Multitude of problems proceed from the simple to the more complex that allows readers have ample opportunities to develop their skills and confidence as well as reinforce practice and understanding
- Examples and problems cultivate problem-solving skills that are crucial to success on the job
- Complete coverage of fundamental math principles as well as more advanced computations makes the book suitable for beginning and experienced technicians alike
- New to the seventh edition are unit Objectives aid in teaching and understanding the main concepts in each unit.
Table of Contents: Preface
Estimation
Section 1Whole Numbers
Unit 1Addition of Whole Numbers
Unit 2 Subtraction of Whole Numbers
Unit 3Multiplication of Whole Numbers
Unit 4Division of Whole Numbers
Section 2Common Fractions
Unit 5Addition of Common Fractions
Unit 6 Subtraction of Common Fractions
Unit 7Multiplication of Common Fraction
Unit 8Division of Common Fractions
Section 3Decimal Fractions
Unit 9Fractional Equivalents
Unit 10Addition of Decimal Fractions
Unit 11Subtraction of Decimal Fractions
Unit 12Multiplication of Decimal Fractions
Unit 13Division of Decimal Fractions
Unit 14Micrometer Reading: Application of Decimal Fractions
Unit 15Multiple Operations of Common and Decimal Fractions
Section 4Percent and Percentage
Unit 16Simple Percent
Unit 17Simple Percentage
Unit 18Discounts
Unit 19Profit and Loss, Commissions
Unit 20Interest and Taxes
Unit 21Percent of Error and Averages
Section 5Measurement
Unit 22English Linear Measurements
Unit 23Metric Measurements
Unit 24Scale Reading
Unit 25Scale Reading of Test Meters
Unit 26Circular Measurements
Unit 27Angular Measurements
Unit 28 Area and Volume Measurement
Unit 29Time, Speed, and Money Calculations
Section 6Ratio and Proportion
Unit 30Ratios
Unit 31Proportions
Section 7Formulas
Unit 32Formulas for Circular Measurement
Unit 33Formulas for Efficiency
Unit 34Temperature
Unit 35 Cylindrical Volume Measurements
Unit 36Horsepower
Unit 37Ohms Law
Section 8Graphs
Unit 38Use of Graphs
Section 9Invoices
Unit 39Repair Orders and Shop Tickets
Appendix
Glossary
Answers to Odd-Numbered Problems |
