The Mathematics of Banking and Credit (Consumer Math series)

ISBN: 0547625618

Author: Steck-Vaughn

Condition: New

The Consumer Math series is designed to help consumers understand mathematics as it relates to their everyday lives. Each book covers basic math concepts and skills before exploring more specific topics.Each book includes the following:- Clear explanations followed by ample practice- Problem-solving strategies- Pretests, section reviews, and posttests- 120 worksheet pages- Money tips- Group projects- Practice forms and charts- and moreActivities in this series not only help students understand the underlying mathematical concepts and equations they encounter day to day but also help them to be more financially savvy. Some of the topics covered in this book are:MATH SKILLS & CONCEPTS- Whole Numbers- Fractions, Decimals, & Percents- Mean, Median, & Mode- Basic Operations on a Calculator- Computing Mentally - EstimatingCHECKING & SAVINGS ACCOUNTS- Checking Accounts- Reconciling a Checking Account Statement- Savings Accounts- Simple & Compound InterestCREDIT- Using Credit Cards- Credit Finance Charges- Overdraft Checking- Taking Out a Loan- Installment Buying

• A great teaching resource to show students how to apply what they learn to the real world | Shows students how to use math in buying vehicles, houses and much more | Clear and concise explanations with plenty of practice for better understanding | Perfect for teens and young adults | Features test preparations, reviews and post test