An investigation of basic math topics in past and contemporary television shows and episodes. Topics may include basic mathematics used by Charlie Eppes in the TV Show NUMB3RS as he assists the FBI in solving crimes, as well as basic mathematics in specific episodes of Futurama, The Big Bang Theory, The Price is Right, and other shows. Students also identify and discuss key math ideas present in episodes and give a final presentation based on a basic math idea from any television show episode. Meets with MTH 482. Prerequisite: MTH 105, MTH 113, or MTH 121. No credit for students with credit in MTH 482. May fulfill requirements for the Mathematics minor but not the Mathematics major.
MTH-282: Basic Mathematics of TV Shows
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