What are the consequences of not having math skill? Why would people benefit from having math skill?
2006-08-30 10:02:16 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Without math skills,people could rip you off,and get away with it.
They would not give you back the correct change for instance.
2006-08-30 10:08:26 · answer #1 · answered by Sherry H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some consequences of not having math skill include: not knowing if the bank or a resteraunt screws up your bill, receipt, or whatever; not being able to properly do your taxes, not being able to have a lot of occupations, from a cashier to a doctor; and one of the BIGGEST consequences of not having math skills is seeming like a total idiot.
just look at this question that i answered the other day:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AhqTSvvT1TConx6I9YEWjMPsy6IX?qid=20060829181347AAEnvTj
2006-08-30 17:11:12 · answer #2 · answered by gweensies 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Math is a big field -- the consequences as such would really depend on what particular skill is lacking. Are we talking simple arithmatic? Algebra? Geometry? Trig? Calc?.....
NOTE: I'm using "skill" to mean something taught -- as opposed to "ability," one's natural talent(s).
2006-08-30 17:12:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anna_Claire_Kucsma 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, unless you get a job that COMPLETELY has nothing to do with math skill, let's say, a psychologist, then it isn't necessary to have any. But having math skill can get you higher and better jobs, such as engineering positions.
2006-08-30 17:08:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what field you go into. I work in a hospital and dose meds all the time using ratio and proportion with pt weights.
2006-08-30 17:07:42 · answer #5 · answered by iamjess 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋