How Long to Read The Maths of Life and Death

How Long Does it Take to Read The Maths of Life and Death?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 22 minutes to read The Maths of Life and Death by Kit Yates

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

*Maths is the story of the world around us, and the wisdom it gives us can be the difference between life and death*Maths ends at school and has nothing to do with real life - or so the popular misconception goes. In fact, maths is present in most of our actions and our decisions. When we tap our foot to music, choose which seat on the train to pick or absorb a medical result, we are performing complex maths unconsciously. Not only that: understanding how that is can guide us towards making better decisions in all sorts of situations, from the mundane to the life-changing. In this extraordinary book, mathematical biologist Kit Yates teases out the seven hidden mathematical rules that underlie our common experience, making real-life sense of the equations that govern our lives. How can maths prevent innocent people being convicted for crimes they didn't commit? When is alarm fatigue useful or fatal? And do DNA tests already reveal the full truth? As Yates demonstrates through captivating true-life stories, intriguing case studies and impressive expertise, appreciating how prevalent mathematics is in the everyday can help us to recognise some of the rules that govern our lives. Along the way Yates wrestles with huge ethical and societal issues from abortion to anti-vaccination, from climate change to globalisation. Yet he never loses sight of the sensibility and emotional dimension of the human experience, unlike many books about maths. The result is a captivating, entertaining and surprising read that is utterly relatable.

How long is The Maths of Life and Death?

The Maths of Life and Death by Kit Yates is 256 pages long, and a total of 65,536 words.

This makes it 86% the length of the average book. It also has 80% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Maths of Life and Death Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 58 minutes to read The Maths of Life and Death aloud.

What Reading Level is The Maths of Life and Death?

The Maths of Life and Death is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy The Maths of Life and Death?

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