Basic Mathematics Form 1: Understanding the Concept of Mathematics
Basic Mathematics Notes for Form One Based in New Syllabus – Chapter 1: Concept of Mathematics.
TOPIC 1: CONCEPT OF MATHEMATICS
Subtopics
- Meaning of Mathematics
- Branches of Mathematics
- Relationship between Mathematics and other subjects e
- Importance of Mathematics
Mathematics can be thought of as the science of the structures, orders, patterns, and relations that have evolved from elementary practices of counting, measuring, and describing the shapes of objects.
Meaning of Mathematics
The word ‘Mathematics’ comes from the Greek word ‘mathema’, meaning ‘which is learnt’ or ‘science, knowledge or learning’.
Mathematics can be thought of as the science of the structures, orders, patterns, and relations that have evolved from elementary practices of counting, measuring, and describing the shapes of objects.
✓ It can also be thought of as a language of science because by using mathematical reasoning, one can develop an understanding and be able to predict nature.
✓ Mathematics has the ability to provide precise expression for every concept that can be formulated using mathematical symbols and structures.
✓ The knowledge and skills of Mathematics play a crucial role in understanding the concepts of other subjects, both in sciences and arts.