Math 1010
Intermediate Algebra
Reflective Response for "Maximizing the Profit of a Business":
This problem changed the way I think about how math can be applied to the real world. It shows how manufacturers know how many of each product to produce in order to gain their maximum profit. For example, in the problem, they could produce book cases and computer desks. Even though they could do both, the manufacturers would gain a bigger profit just producing computer desks. The idea that producing one product over two could get you a bigger profit changed my views and ideas on how manufacturing works in the real world.
Reflective Response for "Mortgage Project"
This problem changed the way I think about buying a home. I learned that it is better to get a 15 year loan on your house versus a 30 year loan because it will save a lot of interest and you will pay off the loan faster. 'I also learned that it is better to buy than rent a house. The reason it is better to buy is because then eventually you will own your house and it may appreciate in value.